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Old-Fashioned Beef Stew

A warm, hearty bowl of Old-Fashioned Beef Stew, bursting with tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and delicious spices, perfect for cold days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 3 large carrots, sliced
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 3 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • optional parsley, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the beef chunks in batches, searing each side until beautifully browned.
  3. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside. In the same pot, sauté the chopped onion and garlic until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Return the beef to the pot, pour in the beef broth, and add Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 1.5 hours. Stir occasionally.
  6. After 1.5 hours, add the carrots, celery, and potatoes to the pot. Stir and cover again, cooking for another 30-45 minutes.
  7. Check the seasoning before serving, adjusting salt and pepper, and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Stews are forgiving; if your sauce looks a little lumpy, it's part of the magic! This dish gets better with time, making it perfect to prepare in advance, and it's freezable for leftovers.