Delicious Slow-Cooked Beef Stew

Name: Delicious Slow-Cooked Beef Stew
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 160 min
Total time: 185 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American Comfort
Ingredients: 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast (Cut into 1.5-inch cubes); 1/4 cup All-purpose Flour (For dusting beef); 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Or vegetable oil); 1 large Yellow Onion (Chopped); 3 cloves Garlic (Minced); 3 medium Carrots (Peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces); 2 large Potatoes (Peeled and cut into 1.5-inch cubes); 4 cups Beef Broth (Low sodium); 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce; 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme; 2 leaves Bay Leaves; 1 teaspoon Salt (Or to taste); 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (Or to taste); 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (Chopped, for garnish)

This delicious beef stew is a hearty and comforting dish, featuring tender, slow-cooked beef in a rich, mouth-watering gravy. Perfect for a cozy meal, this recipe brings together classic flavors for an unforgettable stew experience.

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#Winter Meal

Seared Beef Cubes

Recipe Information

25m

Prep Time

2h 40m

Cook Time

3h 5m

Total Time

Servings

Medium

American Comfort

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

35g

Protein

30g

Carbs

20g

Fat

Stew Simmering in Pot

Ingredients

Servings: 6

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Rich Beef Stew

Instructions

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Pat the beef dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper. Toss the beef with flour until lightly coated.
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Pat the beef dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper. Toss the beef with flour until lightly coated.
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Drying the beef ensures a better sear and crust.
2
Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove seared beef and set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove seared beef and set aside.
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Do not overcrowd the pot; sear in batches for even browning.
3
Add chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
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Add chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
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Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot as the onion cooks.
4
Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Return the seared beef to the pot.
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Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Return the seared beef to the pot.
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Deglazing adds incredible flavor to the gravy.
5
Add carrots, potatoes, dried thyme, and bay leaves to the pot. Stir to combine. Bring the stew to a simmer.
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Add carrots, potatoes, dried thyme, and bay leaves to the pot. Stir to combine. Bring the stew to a simmer.
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Ensure vegetables are mostly submerged in the liquid for even cooking.
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Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
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For an oven method, cook at 325°F (160°C) for the same duration.
7
Remove bay leaves before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
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Remove bay leaves before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
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Serve hot with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes.