Slow and Easy Beef Stew

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty, homemade comfort food with this "Slow and Easy Beef Stew" recipe. Perfectly seasoned beef chuck roast is slow-simmered alongside garden-fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, yellow onions, and golden potatoes in a rich, flavorful broth infused with garlic, tomato paste, and optional red wine. This classic one-pot meal combines simple ingredients with low-and-slow cooking techniques, ensuring melt-in-your-mouth beef and tender veggies in every bite. Ideal for chilly evenings or leisurely weekend dinners, this easy-to-follow stew recipe delivers both warmth and depth of flavor, making it a family favorite. Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice for a cozy and satisfying experience! Keywords: Beef stew, slow-cooked recipe, hearty meal, comfort food, one-pot dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:265 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef chuck roast
• 2 medium yellow onions
• 4 medium carrots
• 3 stalks celery stalks
• 4 medium golden potatoes
• 4 cloves garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 cup red wine (optional)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the beef chuck roast into 1.5-inch cubes. Season the beef generously with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

Dice the onions, and cut the carrots, celery, and potatoes into bite-sized chunks. Mince the garlic.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the onions, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and tomato paste, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Sprinkle the vegetables with the flour and stir to coat. Let cook for 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 7

Deglaze the pot with red wine (if using), scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits. Let the wine simmer for 2 minutes.

Step 8

Pour in the beef broth and return the seared beef to the pot. Add the bay leaves and thyme sprigs, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it cook for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

After 2 hours, add the potatoes to the pot. Cover again and cook for another 2 hours, or until the beef and potatoes are tender.

Step 11

Discard the bay leaves and thyme sprigs. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 12

Serve the beef stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3196.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3574.5

Total Fat 213.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 680.4mg	0%
Sodium 6832.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 186.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.7g	0%
Total Sugars 25.8g
Protein 194.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 402.4mg	0%
Iron 35.4mg	0%
Potassium 7155.5mg	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: 55.7%

Protein: 22.6%

Carbs: 21.7%