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The Best Beef Stew Recipe


  • Author: Kate Walton
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

A comforting, rich beef stew that’s packed with tender meat, hearty vegetables, and deep savory flavor. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a warm, satisfying meal.


Ingredients

2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized cubes

2 tablespoons flour

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 yellow onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons tomato paste

4 cups beef broth

4 carrots, chopped

1 pound baby potatoes

1 cup green peas

1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

4 sprigs fresh thyme

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped


Instructions

  1. Season beef with salt and pepper, then coat with flour.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches and set aside.
  3. Add onions to the pot and sauté until translucent. Stir in garlic and tomato paste; cook 2 minutes.
  4. Return beef to pot. Pour in beef broth and scrape bottom of the pot.
  5. Add thyme, carrots, and potatoes. Simmer covered on low for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  6. Add peas and parsley during the last 10 minutes of cooking. Adjust seasoning.
  7. Let stew rest a few minutes before serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Dinner