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A hearty bowl of beef stew garnished with fresh herbs, featuring tender beef chunks, carrots, potatoes, and celery in a rich, glossy gravy, styled in a rustic bowl on a wooden table with warm lighting

Easy Old Fashioned Beef Stew

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A classic, hearty beef stew that’s perfect for warming up on chilly evenings, combining tender beef, hearty vegetables, and savory broth.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes until golden, then set aside.
  2. In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add browned beef back to the pot along with carrots, potatoes, celery, beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender and flavors meld.
  5. Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a splash of red wine or Worcestershire sauce during cooking.
  • Best served with crusty bread or fluffy biscuits.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Method: Stovetop, Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
  • Calories: 420 Kcal
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg
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