"Italian Beef Stew with Peas is the perfect comfort food. Filled with chunks of tender beef & peas, simmered in a perfectly spiced rich Tomato Sauce...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1-2 cloves garlic (minced)
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1 small shallot or onion (finely chopped)
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2 medium carrots (chopped small)
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1 lb stewing beef (cut in 1 inch cubes)
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1/4 cup wine (white or red)
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1 cup vegetable broth / stock (low salt)
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1 1/4 cups tomato puree
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1 bay leaf
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1/2 teaspoon basil
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1/2 teaspoon oregano
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1-2 dashes hot pepper flakes or black pepper (if desired)
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1 1/3 cups frozen peas