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Beef Stew Recipe

Hearty Beef Stew Recipe for Cozy Comfort Food Nights

This Beef Stew Recipe combines tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and rich flavors for a comforting dish perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds Chuck Roast or substitute with brisket or round beef
  • 1 large Yellow Onion or shallots for a milder flavor
  • 2 stalks Celery or leeks as a substitute
  • 3 medium Carrots or substitute with parsnips
  • 4 medium Russet Potatoes or Yukon Gold for a buttery texture
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic or garlic powder as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce or soy sauce if necessary
  • 4 cups Beef Broth or homemade broth for robust flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste or canned tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder optional
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or use fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Beef Bouillon Powder or stock cubes
  • to taste Salt adjust to taste
  • to taste Pepper adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch optional
  • 1 cup Cold Water to activate cornstarch

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Ingredients: Dice the chuck roast, chop the onion, celery, carrots, and potatoes. Have garlic, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and seasonings ready.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a pot and sauté onions, garlic, celery, and carrots for about 5 minutes.
  3. Brown the Beef: Add the diced chuck roast and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides.
  4. Add Liquid: Stir in Worcestershire sauce and tomato paste, then add beef broth, onion powder, garlic powder, and beef bouillon powder.
  5. Simmer Stew: Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 60 minutes.
  6. Thicken Stew: Blend flour with cold water; whisk into the pot, and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  7. Final Seasoning: Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Serve: Ladle into bowls and serve hot with crusty bread, rice, or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for cozy nights and easy to customize with your favorite ingredients.

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