Description
Old Fashioned Beef Stew is the epitome of comfort food, ideal for cozy nights or family gatherings. This hearty dish features tender chunks of beef, a medley of seasonal vegetables, and a rich, flavorful broth that warms you from the inside out. Infused with classic herbs and spices, every spoonful is satisfying and nourishing. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this stew delivers both flavor and warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef stew meat (cubed chuck roast)
- 4 tablespoons cornstarch (divided)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 1/2 pounds red potatoes (cut into chunks)
- 10 ounces pearl onions
- 4 medium carrots (sliced)
- 4 medium celery ribs (sliced)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 cup cold water
Instructions
- Dust the beef with cornstarch and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef until browned.
- Add minced garlic and tomato paste; cook briefly until fragrant.
- Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce to deglaze the pot. Add potatoes, onions, carrots, celery, sugar, and spices; stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 90 to 120 minutes until beef is tender.
- Thicken by mixing remaining cornstarch with cold water; stir into stew while simmering on low heat.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg