savory beef stew with roasted vegetables

How To Make savory beef stew with roasted vegetables

• Step 1
  Trim fat from beef.
• Step 2
  Cut beef into 1-inch pieces.
• Step 3
  In dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat until hot.
• Step 4
  Add beef and garlic (1/2 at a time) and brown evenly, stirring occasionally.
• Step 5
  Pour off drippings.
• Step 6
  Season with 3/4 teaspoon pepper.
• Step 7
  Stir in broth and dried thyme.
• Step 8
  Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low.
• Step 9
  Cover tightly and simmer 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until beef is tender.
• Step 10
  Meanwhile heat oven to 425.
• Step 11
  Lightly spray 15 x 10 inch jelly roll pan with vegetable cooking spray.
• Step 12
  Place vegetables in pan.
• Step 13
  Combine 1 1/2 tablespoons oil and 1 1/2 tablespoons vinegar; drizzle over vegetables, tossing to coat.
• Step 14
  Roast in 425 oven 20 to 25 minutes or until tender.
• Step 15
  Bring beef stew to a boil over medium-high heat.
• Step 16
  Add cornstarch mixture; cook and stir 2 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened and bubbly.
• Step 17
  Stir in roasted vegetables and remaining 2 teaspoon vinegar.
• Step 18
  Serve with couscous.
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