Joanna Gaines Beef Stew Recipe
Joanna Gaines is a queen of comfort food. Her Joanna Gaines Beef Stew Recipe is a true classic. It feels like a warm hug in a bowl.
Equipment
- Large Dutch oven or heavy pot
- Sharp kitchen knife
- Sturdy cutting board.
- Wooden Spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Small bowl
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast cubed.
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour.
- 1 teaspoon salt.
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil.
- 1 medium yellow onion chopped.
- 3 cloves garlic minced.
- 4 large carrots sliced.
- 3 large potatoes cubed.
- 4 cups beef broth.
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste.
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme.
- 2 bay leaves.
Instructions
- Mix flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss the beef cubes to coat them well.
- Heat oil in your pot over medium heat. Brown the beef on all sides. Remove the meat and set it aside.
- Add onions and garlic to the same pot. Cook until they are soft and fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato paste. Pour in the beef broth slowly. Scrape the bottom of the pot for flavor.
- Add beef, carrots, potatoes, and herbs back in. Ensure the liquid covers most of the food.
- Lower the heat and cover the pot. Simmer for about two hours. The beef should be very soft.
Notes
- Use beef chuck roast for the best texture.
- Do not crowd the pan when browning meat.
- Cut veggies into equal sizes for even cooking.
- Let the stew sit for ten minutes before serving.
- Add a splash of red wine for deeper flavor.