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Hearty Beef Stew

A close-up of a rustic bowl filled with tender chunks of beef stew, soft potatoes, and vibrant carrots in a rich broth.
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A comforting and easy one-pot beef stew with tender beef chunks, potatoes, and carrots in a rich broth, perfect for a cold day.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 3 celery stalks, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup dry red wine (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1.5 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Remove beef and set aside.
  3. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  5. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  6. Gradually pour in the beef broth and red wine (if using), scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  7. Stir in the tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves.
  8. Return the browned beef to the pot. Bring the stew to a simmer.
  9. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
  10. Add the cubed potatoes to the pot. Cover and continue to simmer for another 30-45 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  11. Remove the bay leaves. Season the stew with salt and pepper to taste.
  12. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can sear the beef in batches until deeply browned.
  • If you don’t have red wine, you can substitute with an additional cup of beef broth.
  • This stew can be made ahead of time and reheats well. The flavors often deepen overnight.
  • Consider this a hearty alternative to some meal planning services.

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