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Hearty Beef and Potato Stew

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Hearty Beef and Potato Stew is a comforting, one-pot meal packed with tender beef, soft potatoes, and flavorful vegetables simmered in a savory broth. Perfect for cozy dinners and even better the next day.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs beef stew meat (chuck roast, cut into chunks)
  • 4 medium potatoes (Yukon gold or russet), peeled and cubed
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
  • 2 tbsp water (if using flour for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef on all sides, then remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened and fragrant.
  3. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Deglaze the pot with a splash of beef broth, scraping up browned bits.
  4. Return the beef to the pot. Add remaining beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until beef is tender.
  6. Add potatoes during the last 30–40 minutes of cooking.
  7. If desired, mix flour with water and stir into stew during the last 15 minutes to thicken.
  8. Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning before serving.

Notes

  • Use red wine for added depth of flavor.
  • Swap beef with lamb for a richer taste.
  • To make gluten-free, use cornstarch instead of flour and check all labels.
  • Stew tastes even better the next day after chilling overnight.

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