Easy Homemade Beef Stew
Ingredients
- 2 lbbeef chuck roast
cut into 2-inch chunks, excess fat removed
- 1 tspkosher salt
- ½ tspcoarsely ground black pepper
- 2 tbspgluten-free all-purpose flour
or whole wheat for non-gluten
- 2 tbspolive oil
or avocado oil
- ½yellow onion
chopped large
- 4garlic cloves
minced
- 1 largecarrot
or two small-medium, cut into 2-inch chunks
- 2yukon gold potatoes
diced into 2-inch pieces
- 2 cbeef broth
see note
- ¼ ctomato paste
- 1 tbspworcestershire sauce
- 1bay leaves
- 2 tspfresh thyme leaves
to garnish
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 325° F.
- 2
Season the 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast (cut into chunks) on all sides with 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt and ½ teaspoon Coarsely Ground Black Pepper. Sprinkle the 2 tablespoons Gluten-free All-Purpose Flour over and toss the seasoned beef to coat it on all sides
- 3
Heat the 2 tablespoons Olive Oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Brown the beef in batches, on all sides, for 3-4 minutes per batch. Don’t worry about cooking the beef all the way through at this stage. Transfer the browned beef to a plate and set aside.
- 4
Add the ½ Yellow Onion (chopped), 4 Garlic Cloves (minced), and 1 Large Carrot (chopped) to the Dutch oven, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes, or until lightly browned.
- 5
Add the 2 Yukon Gold Potatoes (chopped), 2 Cups Beef Broth, ¼ Cup Tomato Paste, 1 Bay Leaves, 2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme Leaves, and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce, and use a wooden spoon to scrape the browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- 6
Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring, and return the beef to the pot. Cover the Dutch oven, and transfer to the preheated oven
- 7
Cook the stew for 2-2.5 hours, or until the beef is very tender. Remove the bay leaf. Taste the stew and season with additional salt and pepper, if necessary. Serve warm.
Easy Homemade Beef Stew
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About this Recipe
Looking for the ultimate comforting meal that’s surprisingly simple to master? This Easy Homemade Beef Stew delivers tender beef, hearty vegetables, and a rich, deeply flavored sauce perfect for any cozy evening.What sets this stew apart is its robust flavor development, achieved through carefully browning the beef chuck and building layers with aromatic vegetables like onion and garlic. The result is a delicious, easy beef recipe that tastes like it simmered all day, but with a straightforward approach.Prepare for a bowl of pure comfort. You'll enjoy generously sized, fork-tender beef chunks alongside sweet carrots and creamy Yukon gold potatoes, all bathed in a savory, seasoned sauce, subtly enhanced with tomato paste and Worcestershire. The aroma alone is enough to make your mouth water. While this beef stew requires a patient simmer on the stovetop to achieve that perfect tenderness, the active prep is minimal, and the reward is a truly satisfying main course. With 383 calories per serving, it’s a hearty meal that feels both indulgent and wholesome.This versatile beef stew allows for easy adjustments to suit your pantry or preferences. If you’re not avoiding gluten, you can use whole wheat flour instead of the gluten-free all-purpose flour for thickening. Olive oil works wonderfully for sautéing, but feel free to swap it for avocado oil. While we recommend Yukon gold potatoes for their creamy texture, other sturdy varieties can be used. For an extra layer of freshness, garnish generously with fresh thyme leaves just before serving.This beef stew is the quintessential meal for chilly evenings or a gathering with loved ones. Serve it piping hot in deep bowls, perhaps with a crusty loaf of bread to soak up every last drop of the delicious sauce.