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A rustic white bowl filled with tender chunks of beef, carrots, potatoes, and celery in a rich brown gravy. The stew is garnished with fresh herbs and served on a wooden table with a spoon resting beside it. The vibrant colors of orange carrots, green herbs, and golden potatoes contrast beautifully with the dark, savory broth, creating an inviting, homely presentation.

Hearty Classic Beef Stew

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A traditional, hearty beef stew cooked with potatoes, carrots, celery, and seasoned broth, simmered to tender perfection for a cozy family dinner.

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

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cubed
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add beef cubes and brown on all sides.
  2. Remove beef and set aside. In the same pot, sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and celery until fragrant and slightly tender.
  3. Add tomato paste and cook for another minute.
  4. Return beef to the pot. Pour in beef broth and add thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
  5. 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.
  6. Add potatoes in the last 30 minutes of cooking. Serve hot with crusty bread if desired.

Notes

  • You can substitute beef stew meat for chuck roast for quicker cooking.
  • For thicker gravy, mash some of the cooked potatoes and stir back into the stew.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Method: Stovetop simmering
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg