Beef Stew with Mashed Potatoes (Serves 4–6)

Beef Stew with Mashed Potatoes (Serves 4–6)

Ingredients

• 1 kg beef chuck, cut into cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 3 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp flour (optional, for thickening)

Mashed Potatoes

• 1 kg potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 60 g butter
• 120 ml milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp chopped green onions (optional)

Instructions

1. Season beef with salt and pepper.
2. Heat oil in a large pot and brown the beef on all sides.
3. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes.
4. Stir in tomato paste and flour.
5. Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaf.
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2–2½ hours until beef is tender.
7. Meanwhile, boil potatoes for 15–20 minutes until soft.
8. Drain potatoes and mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper.
9. Remove bay leaf from stew and adjust seasoning.
10. Serve the beef stew over or alongside the mashed potatoes.

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 2½ hours
Calories: Approximately 550–650 per serving

Yes, I would definitely eat this dish—it’s a classic comfort meal!