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Classic Beef Stew

Classic Beef Stew: Hearty Comfort in Every Spoonful

Experience the warmth of Classic Beef Stew, a comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 lbs Beef Stewing Meat cut into 2-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour for dusting the beef
  • 1 tbsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil or olive oil
  • 1 cup Red Wine good quality wine
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter can be omitted
  • 2 medium Onions diced and quartered
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced and whole
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 4 cups Low-Sodium Beef Broth
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves remove before serving
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme or dried thyme
  • 3 medium Carrots chopped
  • 2 stalks Diced Celery
  • 1 lbs Mini Red Potatoes whole or halved
  • 8 oz Baby Bella Mushrooms or other mushrooms
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Classic Beef Stew
  1. Toss the cubed beef with flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl; let sit for a few minutes.
  2. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat, brown the beef in batches for 5-7 minutes per side.
  3. Sauté diced onions for 3 minutes, add minced garlic, and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour in red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to lift browned bits; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Stir in butter, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste; mix well, then add beef broth.
  6. Combine browned beef, quartered onions, garlic cloves, bay leaves, and thyme; bring to gentle boil then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 hours.
  7. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) while the stew simmers; remove thyme and bay leaves after 1.5 hours.
  8. Add carrots, celery, potatoes, and mushrooms; stir, cover, and transfer to the oven for 1 hour.
  9. Check the stew for thickness; add more broth if needed, or adjust with a cornstarch slurry.
  10. Ladle the stew into bowls, garnish with parsley, and enjoy hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Brown the beef well for a rich flavor base and let the stew sit overnight for enhanced flavors.

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