Hearty Braised Beef Stew with Sweet Bell Peppers

 

👉Ingredients:

🔹️2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes

🔹️2 tablespoons olive oil

🔹️1 large onion, chopped

🔹️3 cloves garlic, minced

🔹️1 red bell pepper, chopped

🔹️1 yellow bell pepper, chopped

🔹️1 green bell pepper, chopped

🔹️2 tablespoons tomato paste

🔹️1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes

🔹️2 cups beef broth

🔹️1 teaspoon smoked paprika

🔹️1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

🔹️Salt and pepper to taste

🔹️2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

👉Directions:

↪️Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches, then set aside.

↪️In the same pot, add chopped onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.

↪️Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes, then add the diced tomatoes, beef broth, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

↪️Return the beef to the pot and bring to a simmer. Cover and reduce heat to low. Let it cook for 1.5 to 2 hours until the beef is tender.

↪️Add the chopped bell peppers and continue cooking uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until the peppers are tender but not mushy.

↪️Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

◾️Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 2 hours | Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes

◾️Kcal: 395 kcal | Servings: 6 servings