Stew

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds beef, cut into 1-inch cubes
• Salt and pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 bay leaf

Instructions:

1. Season beef cubes with salt and pepper.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add beef cubes and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
4. Remove beef from pot and set aside.
5. Add onion and garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
6. Add carrots and potatoes and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Return beef to the pot and pour in beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and bay leaf.
8. Stir everything together and bring to a boil.
9. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally.
10. Remove bay leaf before serving.