Description
A timeless classic, this Old Fashioned Beef Stew features tender, slow-simmered beef with hearty vegetables in a rich, savory broth, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
- 2 pounds (900g) beef stew meat, cubed
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 4 potatoes, cubed
- 4 cups (950ml) beef broth
- 1 cup (240ml) tomato sauce
- 2 teaspoons (10g) dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons (10g) dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon (5g) salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (30g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240ml) water
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove beef and set aside. In the same pot, add onion and carrots. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Return beef to the pot. Add potatoes, beef broth, tomato sauce, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
- In a small bowl, mix flour and water until smooth. Stir into the stew to thicken.
- Cook uncovered for an additional 30 minutes until beef is tender and stew is thickened. Serve hot.
Notes
- Beef Cut: For best results, use chuck roast or beef stew meat, which becomes incredibly tender with slow simmering.
- Searing: Do not skip browning the beef! This step builds crucial flavor and color for your stew. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Simmering, One-Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: N/A
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