Savory Tomato Beef Stew

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs beef stew meat, cubed
• 2 cups tomato juice
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 potatoes, diced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Directions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the beef stew meat and brown on all sides.
3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
4. Pour in the tomato juice and beef broth, stirring to combine.
5. Season with paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
6. Add the sliced carrots and diced potatoes to the pot.
7. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1.5 hours, or until the beef is tender.
8. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
9. Serve the savory tomato beef stew hot and enjoy!