Shelley's Frankenstein-Inspired "Monster Mash" Stew

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the beef stew meat and brown it on all sides. Remove the meat from the pot and set it aside.

Step 2

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.

Step 3

Add the carrots, celery, and potatoes to the pot. Stir and cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 4

Return the browned beef to the pot and mix it with the vegetables.

Step 5

Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir in the tomato paste, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 1 hour, or until the meat is tender and the flavors have melded together.

Step 7

Step 8

Add the green peas to the pot and cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Step 9

Step 10

Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can add more salt, pepper, or herbs according to your preference.

Step 11

Step 12

Remove from heat and let the stew rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 13

Step 14

Ladle the hot "Monster Mash" stew into bowls and serve it with crusty bread or rolls on the side.