Description
Beef stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings. This hearty dish features tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs simmered to perfection in a rich broth. With each spoonful, you’ll savor warmth and nostalgia that make every meal special. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, this beef stew will quickly become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 medium carrots, sliced thick
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Pat the beef dry and season with salt and pepper. Sear all sides until browned.
- Remove the beef and set aside. In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add carrots and potatoes; stir for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in red wine, scraping up brown bits from the pot. Add beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves; bring to a simmer.
- Return the beef to the pot, cover with a lid, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 2-3 hours until meat and veggies are tender.
- Adjust seasoning before serving; remove thyme and bay leaves.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg