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A rustic bowl of hearty beef stew featuring tender beef chunks, carrots, potatoes, and peas in a rich, steaming gravy, garnished with fresh herbs, served on a wooden table with a cozy background

Easy Old Fashioned Beef Stew

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A classic, hearty beef stew slow-cooked to perfection, packed with tender meat and seasonal vegetables, ideal for family dinners.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 carrots, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, diced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear the beef chunks until browned on all sides.
  2. Add chopped onion and garlic; cook until fragrant.
  3. Stir in carrots, potatoes, beef broth, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 hours until beef is tender.
  5. Remove bay leaf, adjust seasoning, and serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a splash of red wine or Worcestershire sauce during cooking.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Method: Slow-cooking, Searing, Simmering
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 380 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg