Description
Old Fashioned Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and joy to chilly evenings and family gatherings. This hearty dish combines tender chunks of beef with a medley of nourishing vegetables, flavorful herbs, and spices, creating a rich and satisfying meal that everyone will love. Whether enjoyed at a Sunday dinner or a cozy weeknight feast, this stew invites everyone to gather around the table to savor its inviting aroma and robust flavors. Easy to prepare with minimal cleanup, it’s perfect for leftovers, as it tastes even better the next day. Experience the nostalgic taste of this classic recipe that encapsulates home-cooked goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef stew meat (cubed chuck roast)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 1/2 pounds red potatoes (cut into chunks)
- 4 medium carrots (sliced)
- 10 ounces pearl onions
- 4 tablespoons cornstarch (divided)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 cup cold water
Instructions
- Dust beef with cornstarch; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and brown the beef on all sides.
- Add minced garlic and tomato paste; cook until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, then add potatoes, onions, carrots, herbs, and seasonings.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 90-120 minutes until beef is tender.
- Mix remaining cornstarch with cold water; stir into stew to thicken.
- Adjust seasonings if necessary before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg