Description
Easy Homemade Beef Stew is a comforting classic that brings warmth and flavor to any table. This hearty dish features tender chunks of beef simmered with fresh vegetables in a rich, savory broth. Perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, this stew is not only easy to prepare but also ideal for meal prep, allowing you to enjoy delicious leftovers throughout the week. With its customizable ingredients and straightforward cooking process, it’s a satisfying option for busy nights or festive occasions. Serve it alongside crusty bread or over rice for an unforgettable meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast (cut into 2-inch chunks)
- 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 2-inch 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 your oven to 325°F.
- Season beef with salt and pepper, then coat with flour.
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven; brown beef in batches.
- Sauté onions, garlic, and carrots until lightly browned.
- Add potatoes, broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, and thyme; scrape the pot bottom.
- Bring to a simmer; return the beef to the pot and cover.
- Transfer to the oven and cook for about 2 to 2.5 hours until tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg