Print

Beef Stew Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Classic beef stew recipe featuring tender beef chunks, potatoes, carrots, and rich broth. Perfect comfort food for fall and winter, easy to make, and full of flavor. Ideal for family dinners with a filling, nutritious profile.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine (optional)
  • 4 carrots, sliced
  • 3 large potatoes, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add beef and brown on all sides.
  2. Remove beef, add onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
  3. Stir in tomato paste, cooking briefly. Add beef broth, wine, thyme, and bay leaf.
  4. Return beef to the pot, bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook for 1 hour.
  5. Add carrots, potatoes, and celery; simmer for another 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  6. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For a thicker stew, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp cold water and stir into stew.
  • Beef stew can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 3 months.

Nutrition