Classic Beef Stew

Main Course American Medium

A hearty and comforting beef stew featuring tender chunks of beef, vegetables, and savory herbs simmered to perfection.

Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
90 minutes
Servings
4
Calories
450
Delicious Classic Beef Stew recipe - Main Course dish with hearty, comfort food, family-friendly

Dietary Information

gluten-containing

Equipment Needed

large pot
wooden spoon
knife
cutting board

Ingredients

Instructions

1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes and brown on all sides. Remove beef and set aside.

2

Add onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.

3

Stir in tomato paste and flour, cooking for 1 minute.

4

Return beef to the pot. Add carrots, celery, and potatoes.

5

Pour in beef broth and add thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

6

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours or until beef and vegetables are tender.

7

Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning if needed, and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Tags

#hearty #comfort food #family-friendly #stew #classic
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Recipe Details
Created: May 30, 2026
Total Time: 110 minutes
Cuisine: American
Difficulty: Medium