Description
I always come back to this Classic Beef Stew when I want something deeply comforting and satisfying. It’s the kind of easy dinner that fills your home with rich aromas and delivers tender beef, hearty vegetables, and a flavorful broth in every bite. Perfect for cozy nights, meal prep, or when you need reliable dinner ideas, this easy recipe is a timeless favorite packed with wholesome ingredients and slow-cooked goodness.
Ingredients
2 lbs beef chuck
3 carrots
3 potatoes
1 cup mushrooms
1 onion
3 cloves garlic
4 cups beef broth
2 tbsp tomato paste
1/2 cup red wine
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp flour
2 bay leaves
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp parsley
Instructions
1. Cut the beef into evenly sized cubes, pat dry, and season with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and sear the beef in batches until browned.
3. Remove the beef and sauté chopped onion until soft, then add garlic and cook briefly.
4. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, then add flour and mix well.
5. Pour in red wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze.
6. Return the beef to the pot and add beef broth, stirring to combine.
7. Add carrots, potatoes, mushrooms, bay leaves, and thyme.
8. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender.
9. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Sear the beef properly to develop a deep, rich flavor base.
Cut vegetables evenly so they cook at the same rate.
Simmer slowly on low heat to ensure tender beef and well-developed flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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