Dutch Oven Beef Stew

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Cut the beef chuck into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Add a little oil to the Dutch oven and brown the beef in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Remove and set aside.

4. 4

   Dice the onion and add it to the Dutch oven, sautéing until translucent.

5. 5

   Slice the carrots and potatoes into bite-sized pieces.

6. 6

   Add the tomato paste to the onions and cook for 1-2 minutes.

7. 7

   Return the beef to the pot, along with the carrots, potatoes, and garlic powder.

8. 8

   Pour in the beef broth, ensuring all ingredients are covered.

9. 9

   Bring the stew to a simmer, then cover and reduce the heat to low.

10. 10

    Cook for

11. 11

    5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

12. 12

    Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste before serving.