Hearty Beef Stew

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef, 80/20
• 2 medium onions, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 2-3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 2 cups of beef broth
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

1. In a large Dutch oven or pot, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up into small pieces as it browns.
2. Once the beef is browned, drain the excess fat and add the diced onions. Cook until they're translucent and starting to caramelize.
3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
4. Add the diced carrots and potatoes, cooking for 5 minutes to slightly tenderize them.
5. Add the diced tomatoes, beef broth, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine, then bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 30-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the stew has thickened.
7. Stir in the flour to help thicken the stew, then add the butter to enrich the flavor and texture.
8. Continue to simmer for another 10-15 minutes, until the stew has reached your desired consistency.