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Old Fashioned Beef Stew

Warm Up with Old Fashioned Beef Stew: Hearty Comfort Dish

This Old Fashioned Beef Stew combines tender beef and vegetables for a comforting and flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew Base
  • 2 pounds Beef Stew Meat beef chuck roast is ideal for tenderness
  • 4 cups Beef Broth homemade is best, but store-bought works great
Vegetables
  • 4 medium Red Potatoes cut into uniform chunks
  • 3 medium Carrots sliced evenly
  • 2 stalks Celery can be substituted with green bell pepper
  • 1 cup Pearl Onions can use diced onion or shallots
Flavor Enhancers
  • 4 cloves Garlic fresh is preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste can be replaced with tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce soy sauce is a good alternative
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Herbs (Oregano, Basil, Parsley, Paprika, Allspice) use fresh herbs for a brighter taste
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar feel free to omit if desired
Thickening and Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch can be substituted with flour
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil substitute with any oil or butter

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Old Fashioned Beef Stew
  1. In a large bowl, coat the cubed beef stew meat with cornstarch, salt, and pepper. This should take about 5 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the beef in batches for about 5 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add minced garlic and tomato paste to the pot, stirring for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Scrape up any brown bits.
  4. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, stirring to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Add red potatoes, pearl onions, carrots, and celery; sprinkle with sugar and herbs. Stir gently.
  6. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 90 to 120 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Prepare a slurry with remaining cornstarch and water, then stir into the simmering stew and cook until thickened.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure to sear the meat in batches and cut vegetables evenly for perfect cooking.

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