Description
A classic beef stew recipe that delivers rich flavors and tender meat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 3 potatoes, diced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Brown the beef cubes in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Stir in tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaf.
- Add beef broth and bring to a simmer.
- Incorporate carrots and potatoes.
- Cover and reduce heat to low, simmer for 2-3 hours until beef is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, deglaze the pot with red wine after browning the meat.
- Experiment with different root vegetables for variety.
- Serve with crusty bread for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: dinner recipes beef, beef stew, classic beef recipes