Description
A heartwarming beef stew filled with tender meat and vibrant vegetables, perfect for chilly nights and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast or stew meat, cubed
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 4 carrots, chopped
- 4 potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 cup peas
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp fresh thyme
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Oil for searing
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop your vegetables and cube the beef into bite-sized pieces.
- Sear the meat: Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat with a splash of oil. Sear the beef in batches to develop a richly browned crust.
- Sauté the aromatics: Remove beef, add diced onions, and cook until soft. Add garlic and simmer until fragrant.
- Add vegetables and broth: Stir in the carrots, potatoes, and peas, then pour in the beef broth. Add seasonings and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook low and slow: Return the beef to the pot, cover, and let it simmer on low heat for 90 to 120 minutes.
- Finish with freshness: In the last few minutes of cooking, add peas and herbs for flavor. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve with love: Ladle the stew into bowls, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve with warm, crusty bread.
Notes
For a deeper flavor, let the stew sit overnight in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: beef stew, comforting stew, winter recipes, hearty meals, family dinners