Beef Stew

By ele1521

Ingredients

• 2 lbs lean beef, cubed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon marjoram
• 1 teaspoon basil
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups beef stock
• 1 cup red wine
• 1 cup celery, chopped
• 4 cups potatoes, chopped
• 2 cups carrots, chopped
• 1 can green beans

Details

Servings 6
Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 25mins

Preparation

Step 1

Sear beef in pot until brown on all sides.

Add onion, garlic, and 1 teaspoon water and cooked until tender.

Add spices, coat and stir for 1 minute. Add wine, waster, and 2 cups potatoes. Bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 3 to 4 hours. Stir occasionally, until potatoes break down and dissolve, thickening broth.

Add remaining potatoes, additional vegetables and 1-2 cups water if necessary.

Return to boil and cook over low heat until
vegetables are tender, about 1 hour