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Hearty Beef Stew

Hearty Beef Stew

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Hearty Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food that warms you from the inside out. This rich and savory dish features tender beef stew meat simmered with root vegetables in a robust broth, making it perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. The beauty of this recipe lies in its versatility—feel free to customize it with seasonal veggies or whatever you have on hand. Not only does it deliver satisfying flavors, but it also makes excellent leftovers, tasting even better the next day. Serve it alongside crusty bread or over a bed of rice for a fulfilling meal that your loved ones will rave about.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef stew meat
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 stalks celery, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat beef dry and toss with flour.
  2. In a Dutch oven, brown the beef in oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Sauté chopped onion, carrots, and celery until softened; add minced garlic.
  4. Return beef to pot and stir in broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaf.
  5. Simmer covered on low heat for about 1.5 hours.
  6. Add cubed potatoes and continue simmering until tender (30-40 minutes).
  7. Season to taste before serving hot.
  • Author: Tisha
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 330
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg