Hearty Homemade Beef Stew
Savor the rich flavors of this comforting beef stew, filled with tender chunks of beef, hearty vegetables, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for cold evenings or family gatherings, this dish offers warmth and nourishment in every spoonful.
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
Ingrédients
- 2 pounds beef chuck cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 cups beef broth
- 3 carrots sliced
- 3 potatoes diced
- 1 onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste
- 1 bay leaf remove before serving
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping the vegetables and cutting the beef into 1-inch cubes.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown the beef on all sides to develop rich flavor.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
- Stir in tomato paste and thyme, cooking for about a minute to enhance the flavor.
- Season with salt and black pepper, then add the carrots, potatoes, and bay leaf.
- Pour in beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the beef is tender and the flavors meld together.
- Adjust seasoning if needed, remove the bay leaf, and serve hot with crusty bread or rice.
Notes
For deeper flavor, add a splash of red wine during simmering. Fresh herbs like rosemary or parsley make excellent finishing touches. This stew freezes well for up to three months.