Joyce's Beef Stew

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty and flavorful comfort food with "Joyce's Beef Stew," a timeless, slow-simmered dish that’s perfect for cooler days. This classic beef stew recipe features tender, melt-in-your-mouth chunks of beef chuck beautifully seasoned with salt and black pepper, paired with a medley of nourishing vegetables like russet potatoes, carrots, and celery. The rich tomato paste and savory beef broth create a deeply robust base, enhanced by aromatic thyme and bay leaves for a well-rounded flavor. A thickening slurry of flour and water ensures the stew achieves a perfectly velvety consistency, while a final touch of sweet green peas adds color and freshness. Ready in just over two hours with simple, wholesome ingredients, this soul-warming stew is ideal for family dinners or cozy gatherings. Serve it piping hot with crusty bread for a meal that feels like a warm hug in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:150 mins

Total Time:170 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck, cubed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium carrots, sliced into rounds
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Brown the beef in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot. Remove the browned beef and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, sauté the onion for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Add the garlic and cook for another minute, stirring frequently.

Step 6

Stir in the carrots, celery, and potatoes, cooking for 5 minutes to slightly soften the vegetables.

Step 7

Push the vegetables to the side of the pot and add the tomato paste, toasting it for 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Return the browned beef to the pot and pour in the beef broth. Stir well.

Step 9

Add the bay leaves and thyme, bringing the mixture to a boil.

Step 10

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded.

Step 11

In a small bowl, whisk the flour and water together to create a slurry.

Step 12

Stir the slurry into the stew and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes to thicken.

Step 13

Stir in the peas and cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 14

Remove bay leaves, taste, and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 15

Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3584.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3649.2

Total Fat 214.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 725.7mg	0%
Sodium 6829.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 240.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.9g	0%
Total Sugars 37.8g
Protein 218.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 532.3mg	0%
Iron 38.3mg	0%
Potassium 8830.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.2%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 25.6%