Old-fashioned Beef Stew

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 cups diced potatoes
• 1 cup diced carrots
• 1 cup diced celery
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 sprigs of thyme
• 2 sprigs of parsley

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and pepper. Toss the beef cubes in this mixture until they are evenly coated.
2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the coated beef cubes and brown them on all sides. Once browned, remove the beef from the pot and set it aside.
3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until they soften.
4. Return the browned beef to the pot and pour in the beef broth. Add the diced potatoes, carrots, celery, bay leaves, thyme, and parsley. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
5. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot with a lid.
6. Allow the stew to simmer for approximately 2-3 hours or until the beef becomes tender and the flavors meld together.
7. Before serving, remove the bay leaves and the sprigs of thyme.
8. Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Enjoy this hearty and flavorful Beef Stew! Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences before serving.