👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the beef 🥩 Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper, then lightly coat them with flour.
2. Brown the beef 🔥 Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Working in batches, brown the beef on all sides, about 2–3 minutes per side. Transfer the browned beef to a plate.
3. Sauté the vegetables 🧅🥕 Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the same pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
4. Add tomato paste 🍅 Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes. This helps deepen the flavor of the stew.
