Description
A hearty and comforting dish featuring tender beef stew meat simmered in a rich, flavorful gravy, paired with crispy oven-roasted potatoes seasoned with garlic and herbs. Perfect for a satisfying family meal that combines robust flavors and a cozy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Gravy
- 1 lb beef stew meat
- 2 cups beef broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
Potatoes
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the potatoes.
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the beef stew meat and brown it on all sides to seal in the juices, which enhances the flavor and texture.
- Make the Gravy: To the skillet with browned beef, add beef broth, minced garlic, salt, pepper, dried thyme, and bay leaves. Let the mixture simmer gently until it thickens into a rich gravy.
- Prepare and Roast Potatoes: Toss the potato chunks with olive oil, salt, and pepper, ensuring they’re evenly coated. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven until golden and crispy, about 30-40 minutes, turning occasionally for even cooking.
- Combine Potatoes and Beef Gravy: Once potatoes are roasted, add them to the beef and gravy mixture in the skillet.
- Simmer Together: Allow the beef, gravy, and potatoes to simmer together for a few minutes so the potatoes absorb the savory flavors of the gravy.
- Serve: Remove bay leaves, serve the hot beef gravy potatoes immediately, and enjoy your comforting dish.
Notes
- For extra tenderness, consider simmering the beef longer until very tender.
- You can add vegetables like carrots or onions to the gravy for added flavor and nutrition.
- If preferred, use Yukon Gold or red potatoes for a creamier texture.
- Adjust seasonings according to taste, especially salt and pepper.
- Be careful not to burn the garlic when browning the beef to avoid bitterness.
