Let’s whip up a terrific recipe for Beef and Vegetable Stew, a hearty dish perfect for any occasion. And here’s a quote to inspire your culinary adventures:

Beef and Vegetable Stew

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs (680g) beef stew meat, cubed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for thickening, if desired)
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the cubed beef and brown it on all sides. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Remove the beef and set it aside.
2. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until they become fragrant and slightly translucent.
3. Return the browned beef to the pot and add the carrots, celery, potatoes, and green beans. Stir everything together.
4. Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes with their juice. Add the dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 2-3 hours or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked to your desired level of tenderness. If you want a thicker stew, you can mix the flour with a little water to form a smooth paste and stir it into the stew during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
6. Once the stew is ready, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

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Enjoy your delicious Beef and Vegetable Stew, and may it fill your day with warmth and satisfaction!

A dish of Beef and Vegetable stew