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Beef Stew

Hearty Beef Stew: A Cozy Classic for Cold Nights

This Hearty Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cold nights, combining tender beef and hearty root vegetables simmered in rich broth.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds Beef Stew Meat Choose chuck roast for great marbling and tenderness.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste for enhanced flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adds mild heat and a flavor boost.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Ideal for searing the beef.
  • 1 large Yellow Onion Contributes sweetness and depth.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced for aromatic depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar Helps loosen browned bits.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Offers rich umami depth.
  • 2 tablespoons Arrowroot Powder Thickens the stew.
  • 1 cup Red Wine Infuses richness into the broth.
  • 4 cups Low-Sodium Beef Broth The base of your stew.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Adds herbal complexity.
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves Infuse flavor during cooking.
  • 1 pound Baby White Potatoes Adds a hearty texture.
  • 2 medium Carrots Provide sweetness and color.
  • 2 stalks Celery Ribs Adds crunch and flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Optional garnish for color and freshness.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Step 1: Season the Beef. Pat the beef dry and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  2. Step 2: Sear the Beef. In a Dutch oven, heat oil and sear beef in batches.
  3. Step 3: Sauté Onions and Garlic. Cook onion and garlic in the same pot.
  4. Step 4: Return Beef to Pot. Mix in the beef and arrowroot powder.
  5. Step 5: Add Liquids and Aromatics. Pour in red wine and beef broth, and add thyme and bay leaves.
  6. Step 6: Add Vegetables. Stir in potatoes, carrots, and celery, then simmer.
  7. Step 7: Serve. Remove bay leaves and garnish with fresh thyme.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftover beef stew in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 6 months.

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