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Ultimate Beef Stew Recipe

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Ultimate Beef Stew is a hearty, comforting classic featuring tender chunks of beef simmered with carrots, potatoes, and herbs in a rich, savory broth. It’s a one-pot meal perfect for family dinners or cozy weekends.

Ingredients

  • 2.5 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch chunks
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1.5 lbs Yukon Gold or red potatoes, cut into chunks
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup red wine (optional)
  • 4 cups beef broth or stock
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season beef chunks with salt and pepper, then dredge lightly in flour.
  2. Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté onions until soft. Add garlic, carrots, and celery and cook for 5–6 minutes.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping the bottom.
  5. Return beef to the pot. Add broth, potatoes, bay leaves, thyme, and Worcestershire sauce.
  6. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 2 to 2.5 hours until beef is fork-tender.
  7. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove bay leaves and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Add mushrooms for earthy depth.
  • Finish with butter or cream for added richness.
  • Swap potatoes for turnips or cauliflower for a lower-carb version.
  • Serve over noodles or mashed potatoes to stretch the meal.
  • Stir in frozen peas at the end for color and sweetness.
  • Store in fridge up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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