Braised Beef over Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

Braised Beef

2 lbs beef chuck or stew meat

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp salt

1 tsp black pepper

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary

1 small onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups beef broth

1 tbsp tomato paste (optional)

Mashed Potatoes

2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed

4 tbsp butter

½–¾ cup warm milk or cream

Salt & black pepper to taste

Garnish (optional)

Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Sear the Beef