Description
A hearty and comforting Braised Beef Stew filled with rich flavors of tender beef, earthy vegetables, and aromatic herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast or stew meat, cut into 1–2 inch cubes
- 4 carrots, chopped
- 4 potatoes, cubed
- 8 oz fresh or cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth or stock
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients by cutting the beef into cubes and seasoning generously with salt and pepper. Chop the vegetables and slice the mushrooms.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat and brown the beef cubes on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Add diced onion to the same pot, followed by garlic, sautéing until onion is translucent. Add the mushrooms and cook until they release moisture.
- Toss in the carrots and potatoes, sautéing briefly.
- Deglaze the pot with a splash of red wine, scraping up any browned bits.
- Return the beef to the pot, add the broth and herbs, and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and lower the heat, allowing the stew to braise for 2-3 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- If desired, thicken the stew by mixing cornstarch with cold water and adding it to the pot, stirring until thickened.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving warm with crusty bread.
Notes
Allow flavors to deepen by letting the stew sit longer if possible. Use any hearty vegetables as substitutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: beef stew, comfort food, braised beef, hearty stew, family recipe