Freeze serving-size portions of stew in zip-top freezer bags. To release from the bag, submerge under hot water for 30 seconds; then heat over medium-low heat.
Yield:
Serves 6 (serving size: 1 1/3 cups)
Total time: 2 Hours, 15 Minutes
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds lean boneless chuck roast, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup dry red wine
2 cups water, divided
1 1/2 cups unsalted beef stock
1 pound fingerling potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks
3 carrots, coarsely chopped
2 red bell peppers, sliced
Preparation
1. Sprinkle beef with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add one-third of beef to pan; cook 6 minutes or until golden brown on both sides. Transfer to a plate. Repeat procedure with remaining beef in 2 more batches.
2. Reduce heat to medium, and add onions to pan; cook 5 minutes or until softened. Add flour, paprika, caraway seeds, and garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring. Add wine; cook 2 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally and scraping browned bits from bottom of pan.
3. Add 1 cup water, stock, and beef to pan; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low; cook for 1 1/4 hours. Stir in potatoes, carrots, peppers, and remaining 1 cup water; simmer, partially covered, for 45 minutes to an hour or until meat and vegetables are fork-tender. Season stew with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
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