Spanish Style Beef Stew

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic red wine

💰Cheaper: beef broth

Non-alcoholic red wine provides similar flavor without alcohol.

beef chuck

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs are leaner, while pork shoulder is often less expensive.

Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add the beef chuck and brown on all sides.

Remove the beef and set aside.

In the same pot, add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until softened.

Add the diced carrots and potatoes, and stir to combine.

Return the beef to the pot and add the bay leaves, wine, and enough water to cover the beef.

Season with salt and ground pepper to taste.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the beef is tender.

Once the beef is tender, stir in the flour to thicken the stew.

Cooking Techniques

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