Easy Beef Stew Recipe

Step 1

Combine flour, garlic powder and salt & pepper. Toss beef in flour mixture.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot. Cook the beef and onions until browned.

Step 3

Add beef broth and red wine while scraping up any brown bits in the pan.

Step 4

Stir in all remaining ingredients except for peas, cornstarch and water. Reduce heat to medium low, cover and simmer 1 hour or until beef is tender (up to 90 minutes).

Step 5

Mix equal parts cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly add the slurry to the boiling stew to reach desired consistency (you may not need all of the slurry).

Step 6

Stir in peas and simmer 5-10 minutes before serving . Season with salt & pepper to taste.