Beef Stew Recipe

What You’ll Love About This Recipe

This beef stew recipe is perfect for cozy nights, offering rich flavors and tender meat that melts in your mouth. It’s simple to make and brings comfort to every bite.

• Hearty and filling, it’s a complete meal packed with veggies and savory beef.
• Easy to customize, so you can add your favorite ingredients or adjust the seasoning.
• Perfect for leftovers, as the flavors deepen overnight, making it even more delicious the next day.

Recipe

Beef stew is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings. It combines tender chunks of beef, vegetables, and a rich, flavorful broth for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine (optional)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 3 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the beef with salt and pepper, then sear until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
2. In the same pot, sauté garlic, onion, carrots, and celery until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
4. Return the beef to the pot and add beef broth, red wine (if using), bay leaves, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours.
5. Add potatoes and continue to simmer for another 30 minutes, or until beef and vegetables are tender.
6. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot.

Notes:

For a thicker stew, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water and stir into the stew during the last 10 minutes of cooking.

Time:

Prep time: 20 minutes

Cooking time: 2 hours

Serving: 6

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Nutrition

Beef stew is a hearty and nutritious dish, packed with essential vitamins and minerals. Here’s a breakdown of its nutritional content per serving.

What To Serve With It

I love pairing my beef stew with crusty bread to soak up every bit of that rich broth. Adding a side of roasted or steamed vegetables, like carrots or green beans, balances the meal perfectly. It’s a simple combo that makes the dish feel even more satisfying.

Crusty Bread Pairing

What’s better than sopping up every last bit of rich, savory beef stew with a slice of crusty bread? For me, it’s the perfect accompaniments that make the meal. The bread’s crackly exterior and soft inside create a texture contrast that’s irresistible. I love tearing off a piece, dipping it into the stew, and savoring the mix of flavors. It’s simple, hearty, and oh-so-satisfying.

Vegetable Side Dishes

While crusty bread is a classic pairing for beef stew, adding a fresh vegetable side dish can brighten up the meal and balance its richness. I love tossing together a simple salad or roasting seasonal vegetables like carrots, parsnips, or Brussels sprouts for healthy options. They add color, crunch, and a pop of flavor that complements the hearty stew perfectly. Plus, it’s an easy way to sneak in extra nutrients!