Winter is the season for cozy gatherings, hearty meals, and warm comfort food that envelopes you in its delicious embrace. What better way to embrace the chill in the air than with a hearty and fragrant soup that warms you from the inside out? This recipe for Winter Stew is a delightful blend of seasonal vegetables, aromatic herbs, and tender meat that simmers to perfection, creating a comforting and satisfying meal for cold winter nights.
**Winter Stew**
**Ingredients:**
– 1 lb beef stew meat, cubed
– 1 onion, diced
– 3 carrots, sliced
– 2 celery stalks, chopped
– 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
– 2 cups beef broth
– 2 cups water
– 1 can diced tomatoes
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
**Instructions:**
1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the beef stew meat and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Saute for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften and the onion turns translucent.
3. Stir in the potatoes, beef broth, water, and diced tomatoes with their juices. Season with thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
4. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer gently for about 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender and the flavors have melded together.
5. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
6. Serve the Winter stew hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley for a burst of color and freshness.
Warm, hearty, and brimming with the goodness of winter vegetables and savory beef, this Winter Stew is a comforting meal that will fill your home with delightful aromas and your belly with cozy satisfaction. Perfect for sharing with loved ones on a cold evening, this stew is a nourishing and flavorful addition to your winter repertoire. Enjoy the simple pleasures of the season with a bowl of this delicious homemade stew that will warm you from the inside out.
