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Beef & Mushroom Stew

Hearty Beef & Mushroom Stew for Cozy Nights In

A comforting Beef & Mushroom Stew perfect for chilly nights, featuring tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and vibrant carrots.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Tender cuts that provide rich flavor.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Coats beef for better browning and thickening.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For browning meat.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Enhances flavors in sautéed vegetables.
  • 1 large Yellow Onion Adds sweetness and depth.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Infuses the stew with aromatic intensity.
  • 3 medium Carrots Bring sweetness and vibrant color.
  • 8 ounces Cremini Mushrooms Lend umami richness.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Boosts umami depth.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Foundation of the stew.
  • 1 cup Red Wine Optional; adds complexity.
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme Flavorful herb.
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Adds aromatic flavor.
  • to taste Salt Enhances flavors.
  • to taste Black Pepper Enhances flavors.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the beef chuck roast cubes dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper. Dust with all-purpose flour.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches for 5-7 minutes each.
  3. Add diced yellow onion and carrots to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes until onions are translucent.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour in red wine to deglaze the pot and simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add beef broth, cremini mushrooms, thyme, bay leaf, and browned beef back into the pot.
  7. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 2-2.5 hours until beef is tender.
  8. Remove thyme and bay leaf, taste, and season with more salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 34gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 185IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Pair with warm crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

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