Easy Beef Stew
Warm up your evenings with this easy beef stew recipe that combines tender beef chuck, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs. Each hearty spoonful offers a delightful balance of flavors, making it perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. This dish not only fills your home with an inviting aroma but also creates cherished memories around the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and sear beef until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes per side).
- Add diced onions and minced garlic; stir until onions are translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Mix in chopped carrots and potatoes; combine well.
- Pour in beef broth along with bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to simmer.
- Allow stew to simmer on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- Before serving, remove bay leaves and sprinkle fresh parsley on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg