Favourite Beef Stew Recipe 🍲
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6-8
Description:
Simple home-style cooking is always the best, and every culture loves a hearty stew. This version of beef stew is a beloved favorite in my family! Sometimes, I’ll add parsnips or turnips for extra flavor. On other occasions, I skip the potatoes and serve it over broad noodles. And just for that extra touch, occasionally I top it with fluffy dumplings!
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 – 2 1/2 lbs | Lean beef |
| 2 tbsp | Light olive oil |
| 2 tbsp | Butter |
| 1 | Onion, chopped |
| 1/4 cup | Flour |
| 1 | Bay leaf |
| 2 sprigs | Fresh thyme |
| 4 cups | Red wine |
| For the veggies: | |
| 1 lb | Carrots, sliced |
| 1 lb | Potatoes, cubed |
| 2 | Onions, quartered |
| 1 can (28 oz) | Italian tomatoes, diced |
| Garnish: | |
| 1/4 cup | Fresh Italian parsley, chopped |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Beef:
- Pat the beef dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
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Sear the Beef:
- In a large, heavy saucepan, heat the olive oil and butter together over medium-high heat.
- Add the beef and cook, stirring constantly, until browned on all sides. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the beef from the pot, cover, and set aside.
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Cook the Onions:
- In the same pot with the remaining juices, add the chopped onion.
- Cook, stirring often, until the onion is tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- If needed, add a bit more butter to the pot.
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Create the Roux:
- Sprinkle the flour over the onions in the pot.
- Stir continuously to combine, cooking until the mixture turns golden brown.
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Bring It All Together:
- Return the seared beef to the pot.
- Add in the bay leaf, fresh thyme sprigs, and red wine. If using wine, it’s a good idea to add it first to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring to incorporate all the flavors.
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Simmer:
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer gently for about 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
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Add the Veggies:
- After the beef is tender, add in the sliced carrots, cubed potatoes, quartered onions, and diced Italian tomatoes.
- Continue to simmer, uncovered, for an additional 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are cooked to your liking.
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Season and Serve:
- Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Sprinkle with freshly chopped Italian parsley before serving.
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Enjoy! 🍽️
- Ladle this comforting beef stew into bowls and serve piping hot.
- It’s delicious on its own, but feel free to serve it with crusty bread or over noodles for a heartier meal.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 572.7
- Fat: 18.8g
- Saturated Fat: 6.9g
- Cholesterol: 99.4mg
- Sodium: 709.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 61.4g
- Fiber: 9.5g
- Sugar: 11.7g
- Protein: 40.8g
This hearty and flavorful beef stew is perfect for chilly winter nights or anytime you’re craving a comforting meal. With tender chunks of beef, a rich broth, and an array of colorful vegetables, it’s a complete meal in a bowl. Give this recipe a try, and make it your own by adding your favorite veggies or serving it with your preferred side dishes. Bon appétit! 🥣🍷
