Old Fashioned Beef Stew
A hearty, nostalgic Old Fashioned Beef Stew made with tender beef, vegetables, and a rich, savory broth. Slow-simmered for deep flavor and perfect for cozy nights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck cut into cubes
- 4 carrots sliced
- 3 potatoes chopped
- 1 onion diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 celery stalks chopped (optional)
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp flour optional for thickening
- ¾ cup peas add at the end
Instructions
Brown the Beef
- Heat oil in a large heavy pot. Add the beef cubes and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics
- In the same pot, add onions, garlic, and celery. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
Combine Ingredients
- Add the browned beef back to the pot. Stir in carrots, potatoes, tomato paste, broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
Simmer Slowly
- Bring mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook on low heat for 1.5–2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Thicken the Stew (Optional)
- If you prefer a thicker texture, whisk flour with a splash of broth to form a slurry. Stir into the pot and simmer for 10–15 minutes more.
Finish and Serve
- Add peas during the last 5 minutes. Remove bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
- Beef chuck becomes the most tender when cooked low and slow.
- Add mushrooms for extra richness or sweet potatoes for a subtle sweetness.
- Letting the stew rest for a few minutes before serving enhances the flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 32gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 92mgSodium: 720mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4g
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