Beef Stew
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp.vegetable oil
or more
- 2 lb.beef chuck stew meat
cut into 1" cubes
- 1 mediumyellow onion
chopped
- 2carrots
peeled, cut into rounds
- 2stalks celery
chopped
- kosher salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- 3 clovesgarlic
finely chopped
- ¼ c.tomato paste
- 6 c.low-sodium beef broth
- 1 c.red wine
- 1 tbsp.worcestershire sauce
- 2fresh thyme sprigs
- 2bay leaves
- 1 lb.baby potatoes
halved
- 1 c.frozen peas
- ¼ c.chopped fresh parsley
Directions
- 1
In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add beef and cook, turning occasionally, until seared on all sides, about 10 minutes. Transfer beef to a plate.
- 2
Coat bottom of pot with oil if needed and heat over medium-high heat. Cook onion, carrots, and celery, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 7 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Add garlic and tomato paste and cook, stirring, until garlic is fragrant and tomato paste is darkened, about 2 minutes. Return beef and any accumulated juices to pot. Add broth, wine, Worcestershire, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and bring to a simmer; season with salt and pepper. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender, 30 to 45 minutes.
- 3
Add potatoes and simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
- 4
Remove bay leaves and thyme. Stir in peas and cook, stirring, until warmed through, about 2 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
- 5
Divide stew among bowls. Top with parsley.
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About this Recipe
Looking for the ultimate comfort food to warm you from the inside out? This classic beef stew recipe delivers hearty, satisfying flavors perfect for a chilly evening and a fantastic weeknight meal.
What sets this beef stew apart is its rich depth of flavor, built upon a foundation of savory beef chuck and aromatic vegetables like onion, carrots, and celery. A thoughtful combination of red wine, low-sodium beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce creates a robust, warming liquid that truly infuses every bite.
Prepare for a truly comforting and hearty meal that sticks to your ribs. You'll find tender, savory beef cubes nestled among soft baby potatoes and sweet carrots, all bathed in a rich, deeply flavored sauce. The fresh parsley and frozen peas add a pop of color and a touch of freshness, balancing the savory notes. It’s a traditional, classic beef stew experience designed to be both satisfying and genuinely easy to prepare.
While this traditional beef stew is perfect as-is, you can easily adapt it. For extra vegetables, consider adding mushrooms or parsnips alongside the carrots and celery. If you prefer a leaner meat, pork shoulder can be a good alternative, though it will change the flavor profile. You could also swap baby potatoes for larger diced potatoes if that's what you have on hand, ensuring they're cut to a consistent size for even cooking.
This stick-to-your-ribs beef stew is the quintessential weeknight comfort food, ideal for cozy family dinners. Serve it simply in a bowl, perhaps with a crusty piece of bread to sop up every last drop of the rich sauce.