8 delicious stews to warm you up this winter

Yes, we know, it feels like we were just talking about tomatoes. And peaches. And hell, spring break. But it's time to face it; it's time to get out that Dutch oven, it's time for a glass of red wine, it's time — oh yes — to make some stew.

Whether it's for a weeknight dinner or a Sunday project, stews — like tomato sandwiches in the summer — are what we really want to eat right now. That's okay; give in. Let's get stewing!

Red Roasted Asian Beef Stew by monkeymom

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This article originally appeared on Food52.com: The 8 stews you should cook this season.

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