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A steaming bowl of hearty beef stew with tender chunks of beef, carrots, potatoes, and peas in a rich brown gravy, garnished with fresh herbs, styled on a rustic wooden table with bread in the background.

Easy Old Fashioned Beef Stew for Cozy Nights

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A classic comfort dish featuring tender beef chunks simmered with hearty vegetables in a flavorful broth.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into chunks
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add beef chunks, cook until browned on all sides.
  3. Remove beef and set aside.
  4. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
  5. Return beef to the pot, add carrots, potatoes, tomato paste, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  6. Pour in beef broth, bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 hours until beef is tender.

Notes

  • For extra richness, add a splash of red wine during simmering.
  • You can substitute beef with chicken or vegetables for variation.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg