Savory Beef Stew

• olive oil↗2 tablespoons
• round steaks, cut into bite-sized pieces↗2 1⁄2 lbs
• onion, chopped↗1 cup
• beef broth↗5 1⁄2 cups
• dried thyme↗1 teaspoon
• dried marjoram1 teaspoon
• bay leaf↗1
• red potatoes, unpeeled cut into large cubes↗1 lb
• large carrots, sliced↗2
• red bell pepper, diced↗1 cup
• green onion, sliced using white and green parts↗1⁄2 cup
• fresh mushrooms, quartered↗8 ounces
• beef broth↗2 cups
• cornstarch↗1⁄3 cup
• tomato paste↗1⁄4 cup
• teaspoon dried thyme↗1
• teaspoon italian seasoning↗1
• teaspoon pepper↗1⁄2
• teaspoon salt↗1⁄2

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Place oil, beef and onion into a large stockpot. Cook over medium heat until meat is browned and onions are translucent.

2. 2

   Add next 4 ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce and simmer until meat is tender, 60-90 minutes.

3. 3

   Add vegetables and mushrooms to pot. Simmer covered until tender, about 30 minutes.

4. 4

   In a medium bowl whisk together remaining ingredients. Pour into stew. Cook another 5-10 minutes until thickened, stirring constantly.

5. 5

   Remove bay leaf before serving.