One-Pot Autumn Beef Stew
One-Pot Autumn Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This hearty dish features tender beef chuck simmered with seasonal vegetables, creating a rich and flavorful broth that warms your soul. Easy to prepare in just one pot, this stew not only delivers deliciousness but also brings family and friends together around the table. Serve it with crusty bread for the perfect cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 medium carrots, chopped
- 4 medium russet potatoes, cubed
- 2 medium onions, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear the beef until browned on all sides; remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add carrots and potatoes to the pot along with seared beef.
- Pour in beef broth and red wine; stir in thyme and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and reduce heat; let simmer for about 2 hours until meat is tender.
- Remove bay leaves before serving; enjoy with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Customize your stew by adding other vegetables like sweet potatoes or mushrooms. For extra flavor, season the meat before browning it. Allow leftovers to sit overnight for enhanced flavors.