Ingredients:
– 2 pounds venison stew meat
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 carrots, chopped
– 2 celery stalks, chopped
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
– 1 bay leaf
– 6 cups beef broth
– 2 tablespoons tomato paste
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 cup peas
– 1 cup pearl onions
– 1 cup chopped potatoes
Directions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the venison stew meat and brown it on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove it from the pot and set it aside.
2. Reduce the heat to medium and add the chopped onion. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
3. Add the chopped carrots and celery to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.
4. Add the thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf to the pot and stir to combine.
5. Add the beef broth, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce to the pot. Stir to combine, then add the browned venison back to the pot.
6. Bring the stew to a simmer and leave it to cook for 1-2 hours. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. After about an hour of cooking, add the peas, pearl onions, and potatoes to the pot. Stir to combine, and continue cooking until the vegetables are tender and the stew is hot and bubbly.
8. Remove the bay leaf and serve the stew hot with crusty bread or biscuits.
This recipe for venison stew is easy to prepare and makes for a hearty and satisfying meal. The combination of lean venison, flavorful vegetables, and savory broth creates a rich and delicious stew that’s perfect for a cold winter night. Don’t be afraid to customize the recipe to your liking by adding your favorite vegetables or seasonings. Enjoy!