Description
A comforting and hearty beef stew with tender meat and flavorful vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 4 potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat the pot and oil: Place a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil. When hot, add the beef cubes in a single layer and brown on all sides.
- Remove the beef: Use a slotted spoon to lift the browned beef into a bowl and set aside.
- Sauté the aromatics: Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
- Build the flavor: Stir in the tomato paste, thyme, and rosemary. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add everything back: Return the beef to the pot along with the carrots, potatoes, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
- Simmer gently: Bring to a low boil, then reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- Season and finish: Taste the broth, adding salt and pepper to taste. If the stew is too thin, simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread for a perfect comfort meal. For variations, consider adding Worcestershire sauce, fresh herbs, or changing the vegetables.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: beef stew, comfort food, hearty meals, family dinner, winter recipes