Old Fashioned Beef Stew Recipe: Cozy Comfort for Every Home Cook
A delicious and hearty Old Fashioned Beef Stew that warms the heart and soul, perfect for any home cook looking to create a cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 3 large carrots, sliced
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the beef cubes on all sides over medium heat.
- Add onions and garlic to the pot; cook until softened.
- Stir in tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaves.
- Pour in beef broth and bring to a boil.
- Add carrots and potatoes, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, let the stew sit overnight in the refrigerator and reheat the next day.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or green beans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg