Ingredients
– 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 4 cups beef broth
– 2 cups carrots, sliced
– 2 cups potatoes, diced
– 1 cup celery, chopped
– 1 onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons tomato paste
– 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 4 large bread bowls (sourdough or bread of choice)
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Beef Stew in Bread Bowls is simple when you follow these steps:
1. Brown the Meat: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef stew meat and brown on all sides.
2. Add Vegetables: Once the meat is browned, add the diced onion, minced garlic, carrots, celery, and potatoes. Sauté for about 5 minutes.
3. Combine Ingredients: Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well.
4. Add Broth: Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the stew simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
6. Prepare Bread Bowls: While the stew is simmering, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cut the tops off the bread bowls and hollow out the insides, leaving about 1-inch of bread on the sides.
7. Toast Bread Bowls: Place the hollowed bread bowls in the oven for about 10 minutes to toast slightly.
8. Serve the Stew: Once the beef is tender, taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary. Ladle the hot stew into the toasted bread bowls.
9. Garnish: If desired, garnish the stew with fresh parsley before serving.
By following these steps, you’ll create a delicious Beef Stew in Bread Bowls that will impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bowls
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 40g