Total time: 3 hours
Winter is officially here in East Coast. Are you guys looking for some dishes to warm you up? Here is a great beef stew recipe that's easy for all home cooks.
Put the flour in a dish and season with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large pot. Add beef and brown on all sides over medium to high heat. Remove beef and add onion, garlic, and thyme leaves to the pan. (Optional: add 1 big fresh tomato (dice) and 1 cup red wine)
When onion is soft add tomato puree and beef stock. Return the beef to the pot and stir well to coat with the sauce. Cover and cook for 2 1/2 hours.