Beef Stew Made Easy: Hearty Comfort Food for Cozy Nights
A delicious and easy beef stew recipe for those chilly nights.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 140 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cubed
- 4 cups beef broth
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the beef on all sides.
- Add onions and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Stir in tomato paste, then add broth, carrots, potatoes, thyme, and bay leaf.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- Let the stew cool before storing.
- It’s great for meal prep and stays fresh for several days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Beef Stew