Description
Hearty Beef Stew is the quintessential comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to any table. This slow-cooked dish features tender beef simmered with hearty potatoes, sweet carrots, and aromatic herbs in a rich, savory broth. Perfect for family dinners or chilly evenings, this stew is not only easy to prepare but also allows for endless customization. Whether you enjoy it on its own or paired with crusty bread, Hearty Beef Stew is a delightful option that promises to fill both the belly and the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef stew meat, cubed
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 3 large carrots, cut into pieces
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, cubed
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the beef dry and season with salt and pepper; coat in flour.
- Heat oil in a Dutch oven; brown beef on all sides.
- Sauté onions and garlic until softened.
- Deglaze the pot with beef broth, then return the beef.
- Add remaining ingredients except for vegetables; simmer covered for 1.5 hours.
- Stir in carrots and potatoes; cook for another 20-30 minutes until tender.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg