This classic Beef Stew is everything comfort food should be: tender chunks of beef, soft vegetables, and a deeply flavorful broth that simmers into perfection. It’s one of those recipes that fills your home with delicious aromas — and your bowl with pure comfort.
📝 Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1½-inch chunks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 3 tbsp flour (for coating)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 1 cup peas (optional, added at the end)
- Optional: splash of red wine for richer flavor
👨🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Toss beef chunks with salt, pepper, and flour to lightly coat.
2️⃣ In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high. Brown beef in batches until golden on all sides. Remove and set aside.
3️⃣ Add onions and garlic to the pot, cooking until soft and fragrant.
4️⃣ Stir in tomato paste, then add the beef back in. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Add herbs and stir well.
5️⃣ Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours, until beef is tender.
6️⃣ Add carrots, potatoes, and celery. Cook for another 30 minutes, or until vegetables are soft.
7️⃣ Stir in peas in the last 5 minutes if using. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
8️⃣ Serve hot with crusty bread, over rice, or alongside mashed potatoes.
💡 Tips for Extra Flavor
- Brown the beef well — it adds layers of richness.
- Want a thicker stew? Add a slurry of 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp cold water in the last 10 minutes.
- Let it rest before serving — flavors deepen beautifully!
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Deep, rich, slow-cooked flavor
✔️ Perfectly tender beef and veggies
✔️ One pot = easy cleanup
✔️ Great for leftovers or freezing
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