Description
Old Fashioned Beef Stew is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings. This rich and hearty dish features tender chunks of beef simmered with vibrant vegetables in a savory broth, creating a satisfying meal that warms both the heart and soul. With layers of flavor from herbs and spices, it’s an excellent choice for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef stew meat (cubed chuck roast)
- 4 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 1/2 pounds red potatoes (cut into bite-sized chunks)
- 10 ounces pearl onions
- 4 medium carrots (sliced)
- 4 medium celery ribs (sliced)
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 cup cold water
Instructions
- Dust beef with cornstarch and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat; sear the beef until browned on all sides.
- Stir in garlic and tomato paste; cook until fragrant.
- Deglaze the pot with beef broth and Worcestershire sauce; add vegetables and seasonings.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 90 to 120 minutes until beef is tender.
- Thicken the stew by mixing remaining cornstarch with cold water; stir into the stew until thickened.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg