Beef Stew with Vegetables

The sweet aroma of stewing meat, mixed with the freshest
ingredients, will have your mouth watering for more. Go
ahead and indulge. This recipe is Paleo-perfect for
warming up a cold winter’s night. SERVES 4

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

2 pounds chuck steak, cut into cubes

1 medium yellow onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, crushed

4 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces

4 celery stalks, cut into 1-inch pieces

1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut

into 1-inch cubes

2 cups Chicken Broth (page 193)

1 bay leaf

1 sprig fresh rosemary

1 teaspoon dried oregano

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a cast iron skillet over