Shelley's Frankenstein-Inspired "Monster Mash" Stew
Created by Z'inister Chef on July 14, 2023
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 20m
- Cook Time: 90m
- Recipe #41183
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14 ounces)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
How to Make
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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.
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Step 2: In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
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Step 3: Add the carrots, celery, and potatoes to the pot. Stir and cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
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Step 4: Return the browned beef to the pot and mix it with the vegetables.
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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.
How to Make
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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.
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Step 8: Add the green peas to the pot and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
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Step 10: Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can add more salt, pepper, or herbs according to your preference.
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Step 12: Remove from heat and let the stew rest for a few minutes before serving.
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Step 14: Ladle the hot "Monster Mash" stew into bowls and serve it with crusty bread or rolls on the side.