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Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Time 2h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons oil (I'm using olive)
2 pounds cubed stew meat (I'm using fatty beef brisket)
2 tablespoons favorite spice mix (I'm using 17th Street Magic Dust)
Salt and pepper
2 pounds root vegetables, cut into chunks (I'm using carrots, radishes and turnips)
1/4 to 1/2 cup flour
1/4 cup tomato paste (if you have it)
2 quarts (8 cups) liquid (I'm using beef stock)
2 pounds potatoes, cut into chunks if large; left whole if small (I'm using baby redskins)
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, optional

Steps:

Heat a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium heat and add the oil. Season the meat with the spice mix and some salt and pepper. When the oil is hot, add the meat and cook, without stirring, until brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir the meat, then add the root vegetables and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes.
Add the flour and tomato paste if using, mix thoroughly and cook an additional minute. Add the liquid and bring to a simmer. Add the potatoes and rosemary. Simmer until the meat is tender, about 1 1/2 hours.

The Best Beef Stew image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories main-dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 sprigs flat-leaf parsley
4 sprigs thyme
1 sprig rosemary
2 fresh bay leaves
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped
5 cloves garlic, chopped
7 medium carrots (about 12 ounces), peeled, cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
3 large stalks celery, cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup dry red wine
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 pounds small red potatoes, halved
One 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Chopped flat-leaf parsley, for serving

Steps:

Arrange a rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat to 275 degrees F. Tie the parsley, thyme, rosemary and bay leaves together with kitchen twine.
Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven or other heavy pot over medium-high heat. Working in batches, cook the beef in a single layer spaced about an inch apart, turning a few times, until the pieces are browned on at least three sides, 8 to 10 minutes per batch. As the beef finishes browning, transfer to a large plate.
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are tender and beginning to brown, about 6 minutes. Add the carrots and celery and continue to cook until they are brightly colored and fragrant, about 4 minutes. Stir in the wine, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the pot, and cook until it evaporates, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle the vegetables with the flour, stir to evenly coat them and cook for 1 minute. Add the broth, potatoes, tomatoes and the reserved beef with any accumulated juices. Season with 3 tablespoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Add the herb bundle and bring the stew to a simmer.
Cover the pot and then transfer to the oven. Bake until the beef is tender but still holds its shape, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Let the stew cool for 30 minutes before serving. Discard the herb bundle and serve topped with chopped parsley.