Momma's Beef Stew

Warm and inviting, **Momma’s Beef Stew** is the ultimate comfort food, brimming with hearty ingredients and rich, slow-simmered flavor. Tender beef chuck, coated in a savory blend of flour, salt, and pepper, is seared to golden perfection and combined with a medley of fresh vegetables—including carrots, potatoes, celery, and frozen peas—for a nourishing, stick-to-your-ribs meal. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, onions, thyme, and optional red wine, this classic stew gets its depth from hours of gentle simmering in beef broth, ensuring melt-in-your-mouth meat and perfectly tender veggies. Ideal for chilly evenings or family dinners, this one-pot wonder is as satisfying to cook as it is to eat, and the finishing touch of fresh parsley makes every bowl beautifully comforting. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a slow 2-hour cook, this recipe will become your go-to for making memories around the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 0.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 4 medium Carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 3 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 Celery stalks, sliced
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 4 cups Beef broth
• 0.5 cups Red wine (optional)
• 2 Bay leaves
• 4 sprigs Fresh thyme, or 1 tsp dried thyme
• 0.75 cups Frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and black pepper. Toss the beef cubes in the flour mixture until evenly coated.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. In batches, sear the beef cubes until browned on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.

Step 3

Reduce heat to medium. Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, allowing the paste to darken slightly. Add the red wine (if using) to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the beef broth, bay leaves, and thyme sprigs to the pot. Return the seared beef to the pot, ensuring it is fully submerged in the liquid. Bring to a simmer.

Step 6

Cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Let the stew simmer gently for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

After 1 hour, add the carrots, potatoes, and celery to the pot. Stir to combine and continue to simmer covered for another 45 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaves and thyme sprigs. Stir in the frozen peas and let cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 9

Taste the stew and adjust seasonings with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10

Ladle the stew into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3266.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3508.4

Total Fat 213.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 680.4mg	0%
Sodium 9123.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 207.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.1g	0%
Total Sugars 28.9g
Protein 204.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 465.3mg	0%
Iron 36.9mg	0%
Potassium 7805.5mg	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: 53.8%

Protein: 22.9%

Carbs: 23.2%