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🍲 Hearty Homestyle Beef Stew

This hearty homestyle beef stew is a comforting, slow-simmered classic made with tender beef, hearty vegetables, and a rich, savory broth. Warm and satisfying, it’s the kind of cozy meal that’s perfect for chilly days, family dinners, or make-ahead comfort food.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 16 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs Beef chuck cut into 1 1/2 -inch cubes
  • 3 tbsp All-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 Medium onion chopped
  • 3 Cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups Beef broth
  • 2 tbsp Tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Thyme dried
  • 2 Bay leaves
  • 4 Carrots, large peeled & sliced
  • 3 Potatoes, medium peeled & cubed
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 Celery stalks sliced
  • 1 cup Peas, frozen optional, added at the end
  • 2 tbsp Parsley, fresh chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Beef
    Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper, then toss lightly with flour until coated.
  2. Brown the Meat
    Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium-high heat.Add the beef in batches, browning on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté Aromatics
    In the same pot, add the onion and garlic. Cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
  4. Deglaze & Add Liquids
    Stir in tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce. Pour in beef broth while scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits — this adds deep flavor.
  5. Add Seasonings & Simmer
    Return the beef to the pot. Add thyme, bay leaves, carrots, potatoes, and celery.Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1½ to 2 hours, or until beef is tender and vegetables are cooked through.
  6. Finish & Serve
    Stir in peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking (if using). Remove bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning. Sprinkle fresh parsley before serving.