Description
Big Pot Recipes Need simple, hearty dinners that please a crowd? Try these easy recipes for 3+ people perfect for busy weeknights! From creamy mac & cheese (with epic toppings!) to smoked sausage bakes, cheesy ranch potatoes, and one-pan chicken & rice casseroles, these meals are fast, budget-friendly, and packed with flavor. Great for family dinners, summer cookouts, or meal prep no fuss, just delicious comfort food!
Easy Beef Baked Stew
Ingredients
2 lbs beef stew meat, cubed
3 large potatoes, peeled and diced
3 carrots, peeled and sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups beef broth
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
3 tbsp tomato paste
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp black pepper
Salt, to taste
Fresh chives for garnish
Directions
Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Brown the beef: In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Toss beef cubes with flour, then brown them in batches. Remove and set aside.
Sauté vegetables: In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, celery, and carrots until softened.
Combine ingredients: Return the beef to the pot. Stir in potatoes, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, thyme, paprika, and black pepper. Pour in beef broth and bring to a simmer.
Bake the stew: Cover the pot and transfer to the oven. Bake for 2 to 2.5 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the flavors meld together.
Serve: Garnish with fresh chives and serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2.5 hours
Servings: 6
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