"This beef stew recipe is a classic dish of fork tender beef stewed with carrots and potatoes, so much like my mother used to make, pure comfort food...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 pound beef chuck (cut into 1.5 inch chunks)
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¼ cup flour
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1 tablespoon paprika
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1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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4 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
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1 large white onion (chopped)
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1 green bell pepper (chopped (use jalapenos for a spicier version))
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1 stalk celery (chopped)
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5 garlic cloves (chopped)
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3 tablespoons tomato paste
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2 cups red wine (I use Cabernet Sauvignon – use beef stock as an alternative)
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2 cups beef stock
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (use your favorite blend of dried herbs)
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2 bay leaves
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1 pound yellow potatoes (cut into bite-sized pieces)
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3 large carrots (cut into bite-sized pieces)