Family Favorite Beef Stew
Warm, hearty, and packed with rich, savory flavors, Family Favorite Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food perfect for cozy dinners or Sunday gatherings. Tender chunks of seared beef chuck roast simmer slowly with earthy carrots, creamy potatoes, and celery in a deeply flavorful broth spiked with aromatic herbs, tomato paste, and optional red wine for added depth. This one-pot wonder is a classic, featuring a combination of simple pantry staples and fresh ingredients, making it as easy to prepare as it is satisfying to eat. Ready in just over two hours, this beef stew delivers melt-in-your-mouth meat and perfectly cooked vegetables in every spoonful. Serve it piping hot, garnished with fresh parsley, alongside crusty bread or buttered rolls for a meal the whole family will love. Perfect for chilly evenings, meal prepping, or freezer-friendly leftovers, this timeless recipe is sure to become a regular in your dinner rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 0.5 cup red wine (optional)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 pieces bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 4 large carrots (peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks)
- 3 medium russet potatoes (peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks)
- 3 stalks celery stalks (cut into 1-inch chunks)
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the beef chuck roast into 1.5-inch cubes and pat dry with paper towels. Season with 2 teaspoons of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
Toss the beef cubes in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour until they are evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Sear the beef in batches until all sides are browned. Remove the seared beef and set aside.
In the same pot, lower the heat to medium and add the diced yellow onion. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
Optional: Deglaze the pot with 1/2 cup of red wine, scraping the bottom to release any browned bits. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
Return the beef to the pot. Pour in 4 cups of beef broth and add 2 bay leaves and 1 teaspoon of dried thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 45 minutes.
After 45 minutes, add the carrots, potatoes, and celery to the pot. Cover and simmer for an additional 30–45 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the beef is fork-tender.
If using frozen peas, stir them in during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
Remove the bay leaves before serving. Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3595 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 214.3 g | 275% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.3 g | 392% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 680 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 9212 mg | 401% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.3 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.5 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.0 g | ||
| Protein | 205.3 g | 411% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 540 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 36.6 mg | 203% | |
| Potassium | 7890 mg | 168% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
