Beef Stew

Ingredients

• Olive oil
• 1 cup onions, diced medium
• 2 cups carrots, chopped
• 1 cup celery, chopped
• 6 cloves garlic, smashed
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 cups beefsteak tomatoes, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 1/2 pounds stew beef, cubed
• 24 ounces beef stock
• Salt and pepper

Directions

In a large stew pot over medium-high heat, add 4 tablespoons olive oil. Add onions, carrots, celery, garlic, cornstarch, tomatoes, turmeric, and red pepper flakes. Saute for 5 to 7 minutes.

Add the stew beef and the beef stock. Add salt and pepper to taste. Reduce heat and let stew simmer for 1 hour 30 minutes. Stir periodically. Serve hot.