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Easy Homemade Beef Stew

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A hearty and comforting beef stew made with tender chunks of beef and fresh vegetables, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast (cut into 2-inch chunks, excess fat removed)
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Coarsely Ground Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Gluten-free All-Purpose Flour (or Whole Wheat for non-gluten)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (or avocado oil)

Vegetables

  • ½ large Yellow Onion (Chopped)
  • 4 cloves Garlic Cloves (minced)
  • 1 large Carrot (cut into 2-inch chunks)
  • 2 Yukon Gold Potatoes diced into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 cups Beef Broth (see note)
  • ¼ cup Tomato Paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 bay leaf Bay Leaves
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme Leaves (to garnish)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  • Season beef with salt and pepper, coat with flour, then brown in oil. Set aside.
  • Sauté onions, garlic, and carrots until lightly browned.
  • Add potatoes, broth, tomato paste, bay leaf, thyme, and Worcestershire. Scrape browned bits.
  • Return beef, bring to simmer, cover, and bake for 2-2.5 hours until tender. Remove bay leaf, season, and serve.

Notes

This stew tastes even better the next day. Feel free to add your favorite herbs for extra flavor.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beef, Stew