Description
A comforting, hearty dish filled with tender beef and flavorful vegetables, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chuck roast or brisket, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 carrots, chopped
- 4 potatoes, diced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2–3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear beef until browned, then remove.
- Add onions to the pot; sauté until soft. Then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Return beef to the pot, adding broth, tomatoes, and herbs. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and braise on low heat (or in a 300°F oven) for 2-3 hours until beef is tender.
- 30 minutes before serving, stir in carrots and potatoes until tender.
- Check seasoning and adjust if necessary before serving.
Notes
For a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with water and stir in after cooking. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: beef stew, comfort food, braised beef, family recipe, hearty meal