Monday Special – Beef Tomato Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Ingredients

   Chop and prepare all the vegetables: dice the tomatoes, slice the bell peppers and onions, and chop the celery. Cut the beef into bite-sized pieces.

2. 2

   Brown the Beef

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the beef pieces and season with salt and black pepper. Brown the beef on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

3. 3

   Sauté the Vegetables

   Add the sweet onions and garlic to the pot with the beef. Sauté for about 3 minutes until the onions become translucent. Then add the bell peppers and celery, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.

4. 4

   Add Tomatoes and Broth

   Stir in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, bay leaves, and thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil.

5. 5

   Simmer

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for about 1 hour, or until the beef is tender and flavorful. Stir occasionally.

6. 6

   Final Seasoning

   Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Remove the bay leaves before serving.

7. 7

   Serve

   Serve hot in bowls, and enjoy your hearty beef tomato stew!