Easy Beef Stew
Warm up your chilly evenings with this easy beef stew recipe, packed with tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and rich flavors. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, each bowl provides comfort and nostalgia, making it a beloved classic. Let the savory aroma fill your kitchen as you simmer this hearty dish to perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches until seared on all sides; remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Return beef to the pot along with carrots and potatoes. Pour in beef broth until ingredients are submerged; add bay leaves and thyme.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 1.5 to 2 hours until meat is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg