Old-Fashioned Beef Stew
Old-Fashioned Beef Stew is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for warming your soul on chilly days. This hearty dish features tender, slow-cooked beef simmered with vibrant vegetables in a rich, savory broth. With every spoonful, you’ll experience nostalgia and satisfaction, making it a cherished meal for family gatherings or cozy nights at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cubed
- 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
- 4 medium carrots, sliced
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the vegetables and cubing the beef.
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown the beef cubes in oil until seared on all sides.
- Remove the beef and sauté onions in the same pot until translucent.
- Add carrots, potatoes, tomato paste, salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaves; stir well.
- Return the beef to the pot and pour in enough beef broth to cover by an inch. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for about 2 hours or until vegetables are fork-tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider adding a splash of red wine or using bone-in beef chunks. Customize with your favorite veggies like peas or mushrooms for a personal touch!