Description
A comforting and hearty dish combining tender beef, vegetables, and aromatic herbs, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into chunks
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 4 potatoes, diced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping beef, vegetables, and aromatics.
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and brown the beef in batches.
- Remove the beef and sauté onions and garlic in the same pot.
- Return the beef to the pot, add vegetables, broth, wine, and herbs.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 2 to 3 hours.
- Adjust seasoning and thicken broth if needed before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!
Notes
This stew is even better the next day when the flavors meld. Feel free to modify vegetables based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: beef stew, comfort food, hearty meal, family recipe, slow cooking