Easy Old-Fashioned Beef Stew Recipe
This classic beef stew recipe is hearty and comforting, perfect for a family dinner on a chilly evening. Tender chunks of beef are simmered with vegetables and rich broth to create a satisfying meal in one pot.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes trim excess fat
- 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 4 cups potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks about 1-inch
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 teaspoons salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the beef cubes in batches and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the remaining olive oil and sauté the onions until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the flour until the onions and garlic are coated. Gradually add the beef broth, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Return the browned beef to the pot. Stir in the tomato paste, dried thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Add the potatoes, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cover and cook for about 1.5 hours or until the meat is tender.
- During the last 10 minutes of cooking, add the frozen peas and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Discard the bay leaf. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For a thicker stew, add a slurry of cornstarch and water towards the end of cooking time.