Beef Stew
Beef stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly nights. This hearty dish features tender beef simmered with fresh vegetables in a rich, savory broth. Each spoonful is a warm embrace that delivers nostalgia and flavor, bringing everyone to the table. Whether enjoyed with crusty bread or over rice, this easy-to-make stew transforms any meal into a cozy feast.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 medium carrots, chopped
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the vegetables and season the beef with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef on all sides before removing it from the pot.
- Add onions and garlic to the pot; sauté until fragrant. Stir in carrots.
- Return the beef to the pot; add broth, tomato paste, and thyme. Bring to a simmer.
- After ten minutes, add potatoes and continue simmering for about 30 minutes or until tender.
- Adjust seasoning before serving in bowls garnished with parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg