Beef Stew

• Olive oil
• 1 cup onions, diced medium
• 2 cups carrots, chopped
• 1 cup celery, chopped
• 6 cloves garlic, smashed
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 cups beefsteak tomatoes, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 1/2 pounds stew beef, cubed
• 24 ounces beef stock
• Salt and pepper
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1. In a large stew pot over medium-high heat, add 4 tablespoons olive oil.
2. Add onions, carrots, celery, garlic, cornstarch, tomatoes, turmeric, and red pepper flakes.
3. Saute for 5 to 7 minutes.
4. Add the stew beef and the beef stock.
5. Add salt and pepper to taste.
6. Reduce heat and let stew simmer for 1 hour 30 minutes.
7. Stir periodically.
8. Serve hot.

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