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Hearty Beef and Noodle Stew

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Hearty Beef and Noodle Stew

 

 

 

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs beef chuck or stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 3 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 8 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine (optional, for depth of flavor)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 8 oz wide egg noodles (or broken lasagna sheets, as pictured)
  • 2 cups mushrooms, sliced (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Brown the Beef:
    • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
    • Season beef with salt and pepper. Brown the beef in batches to ensure even browning (about 4-5 minutes per batch). Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté Vegetables:
    • In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
    • Add carrots, celery, and mushrooms (if using), cooking until softened (about 5 minutes).
  3. Deglaze and Simmer:
    • Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
    • Add red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up browned bits from the bottom. Cook for another 2 minutes.
  4. Add Liquid and Spices:
    • Return the beef to the pot. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
    • Add bay leaves, thyme, and paprika. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
  5. Cook Potatoes and Noodles:
    • Add diced potatoes and noodles to the pot. Simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes and noodles are cooked.
  6. Season and Serve:
    • Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Remove bay leaves.
    • Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley, alongside crusty bread if desired.

Tips:

  • Substitute noodles with dumplings or rice for variety.
  • Add a splash of cream for a richer texture.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently.

Let me know if you’d like more variations or details! 😊

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