Print

Hearty Stove Top Beef Stew

A cozy and comforting beef stew that warms your heart with rich flavors and textures.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 pounds chuck beef (cut into 1-inch cubes)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon browning sauce (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 stalks celery (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion
  • 8 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons roast beef base paste
  • 4 cups beef stock
  • 2/3 cup red cooking wine
  • A bunch of fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, bay leaf)
  • 4 large carrots (roughly chopped)
  • 3 medium Yukon gold potatoes (cut into cubes)

Instructions

  1. Sear the beef in a large pot with vegetable oil over medium-high heat until browned on all sides, then transfer to a plate.
  2. Sauté the onions, celery, and garlic in the same pot for about 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Develop depth by stirring in the tomato paste and cooking for another minute.
  4. Thicken the mixture by sprinkling in the flour and stirring for about 2 minutes.
  5. Add the beef back into the pot, along with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and beef stock.
  6. Pour in the red cooking wine, allowing it to enhance the stew’s flavor.
  7. Herb it up by adding in fresh herbs, tied in a bundle if you prefer.
  8. Infuse with vegetables by adding carrots and potatoes, then bring to a gentle boil before reducing heat and covering to simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  9. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  10. Final touch: discard the herb sprigs, stir, and prep for serving.

Notes

Serve with crusty bread to soak up the savory goodness. This stew tastes even better the next day!

Nutrition

Keywords: beef stew, comfort food, hearty meal