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Beef Stew Without Tomatoes

A rich and hearty beef stew made without tomatoes, featuring tender beef, vegetables, and a flavorful savory gravy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, European
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 lbs beef chuck cut into cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 carrots sliced
  • 3 potatoes cubed
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
Flavor
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
Thickener
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 tbsp butter

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Brown beef in oil until seared, then set aside.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic in the same pot.
  3. Add butter and flour to form a roux.
  4. Slowly add broth while stirring.
  5. Add seasonings and return beef to pot.
  6. Simmer for 60 minutes.
  7. Add vegetables and cook until tender.

Notes

Simmer low and slow for the most tender beef and best flavor.