Lazy Man's Beef Stew

Experience comfort food at its finest with "Lazy Man's Beef Stew," the ultimate one-pot wonder for busy home cooks. This hearty recipe combines tender beef stew meat, baby potatoes, sweet baby carrots, and a fragrant blend of garlic, onions, and thyme—all simmered to perfection in a rich beef broth enhanced with tomato paste and a splash of Worcestershire sauce. With minimal prep time and just one pot to clean, this fuss-free beef stew is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy weekends. Slow-cooked for maximum flavor, it’s a satisfying dish that pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a side of rice. Simple, delicious, and deeply comforting—this stew will warm both your heart and your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:190 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound beef stew meat
• 1 pound baby potatoes
• 2 cups baby carrots
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Season the beef stew meat with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Add the beef to the pot and sear on all sides until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the beef and set it aside.

Step 4

Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 5

In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste, cooking for 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.

Step 7

Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.

Step 8

Add the seared beef, baby potatoes, baby carrots, dried thyme, and bay leaf to the pot.

Step 9

Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 2.5-3 hours, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaf before serving. Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2391.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2102.2

Total Fat 107.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6g
Cholesterol 414.6mg	0%
Sodium 7144.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 28.7g
Protein 144.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 400.4mg	0%
Iron 20.9mg	0%
Potassium 5583.5mg	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: 46.4%

Protein: 27.7%

Carbs: 25.9%