Description
Easy Homemade Beef Stew is the quintessential comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to every meal. Bursting with tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and a savory broth, this dish is perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in. With easy-to-follow steps, even novice cooks can create a hearty stew that fills both the stomach and the heart. Customize it with your favorite veggies or spices to make it uniquely yours. Whether enjoyed fresh or as leftovers, this beef stew promises delightful flavors that improve with time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- ½ teaspoon Coarsely Ground Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Gluten-free All-Purpose Flour
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- ½ Yellow Onion (chopped)
- 4 Garlic Cloves (minced)
- 1 Large Carrot (cut into chunks)
- 2 Yukon Gold Potatoes (diced)
- 2 Cups Beef Broth
- ¼ Cup Tomato Paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 Bay Leaf
- Fresh Thyme Leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Season the beef with salt, pepper, and flour.
- Heat oil in a Dutch oven; brown the beef on all sides, then set aside.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and carrot until lightly browned.
- Add potatoes, broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, thyme, and return beef to the pot.
- Bring to a simmer; cover and transfer to the oven.
- Cook for 2–2.5 hours until beef is tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider adding red wine during the simmering step. Customize by including seasonal vegetables like peas or mushrooms.