Mom's Stew

Warm, hearty, and brimming with cozy flavors, Mom’s Stew is the ultimate comfort food perfect for any season. Packed with tender chunks of seared beef, vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and potatoes, and a rich tomato-infused beef broth, this slow-simmered classic embodies homemade goodness in every bite. Enhanced with the subtle earthiness of dried thyme and bay leaf, and finished with a pop of sweetness from frozen peas, this one-pot meal is as nourishing as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and a couple of hours on the stove, it’s a family-friendly recipe suited for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends. Serve with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an extra burst of flavor. Ideal for cozy gatherings, this timeless stew is guaranteed to impress with its comforting warmth and irresistible aroma.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef stew meat
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 4 medium carrots
• 3 medium celery stalks
• 4 medium potatoes
• 4 cloves garlic
• 6 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the vegetables. Dice the onion into small pieces, peel and slice the carrots, chop the celery into bite-sized chunks, peel and cube the potatoes, and mince the garlic. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, toss the beef stew meat with salt, pepper, and flour until evenly coated.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Working in batches, sear the beef in the pot until browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Add an additional tablespoon of olive oil if needed between batches. Remove the browned beef and set it aside.

Step 5

In the same pot, add the diced onion, stirring and sautéing for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 6

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the carrots, celery, and potatoes to the pot, stirring well to combine with the onions and garlic.

Step 8

Pour in the beef broth and stir in the tomato paste until fully dissolved. Add the browned beef back into the pot.

Step 9

Season with thyme, and tuck the bay leaf into the stew. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover with a lid.

Step 10

Simmer the stew for approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the potatoes are fully cooked.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaf and taste the stew, adjusting salt and pepper as needed.

Step 12

Stir in the frozen peas and let them heat through for about 5 minutes.

Step 13

Serve hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3948.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3947.1

Total Fat 184.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 816.5mg	0%
Sodium 11111.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 265.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.2g	0%
Total Sugars 39.9g
Protein 290.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 650.9mg	0%
Iron 41.6mg	0%
Potassium 9896.4mg	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: 42.8%

Protein: 29.9%

Carbs: 27.3%