Classic Beef Stew

Classic Beef Stew
Prep 20 mins
Cook 120 mins
Total 140 mins
Serves 6
Calories 480 kcal
Level Medium

Melt-in-your-mouth chunks of tender beef chuck slow-braised in a rich red wine and herb broth with hearty carrots and baby potatoes. The quintessential winter dinner to warm the whole family.

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Toss beef cubes with flour, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat and sear beef in batches until deeply browned on all sides; set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté onion, celery, and garlic for 4 minutes, then stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in red wine and scrape up all browned bits from the bottom of the pot, then return beef and add beef broth, bay leaves, rosemary, and thyme.
  5. Bring to a simmer, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and braise on low heat for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  6. Add the carrots and potatoes, cover again, and simmer for another 45 minutes until beef is fork-tender and vegetables are cooked through.

Notes & Tips

Take the time to brown the beef thoroughly in batches; that deep crust gives the stew its rich, savory broth.

Nutrition Estimate

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. Consult a registered dietitian for personalized advice.

Nutrition information per serving
Nutrient Per Serving
Calories 480 kcal
Protein 36g g
Fat 18g g
Carbohydrates 40g g
Fiber 5g g

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