Best Beef Stew Recipe
This is the ultimate beef stew – rich, savory, and incredibly comforting, perfect for those chilly days. Serve it with crusty bread or on its own for complete satisfaction.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- beef chuck
- beef broth
- carrots
- potatoes
- onion
- garlic
- tomato paste
- dried thyme
- bay leaves
- salt and pepper
Instructions
Steps
- Season beef with salt and pepper and sear in a hot dutch oven until browned.
- Sauté onions and garlic until translucent then stir in tomato paste.
- Return beef, add carrots, potatoes, thyme, and bay leaves to pot. Pour in broth.
- Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 2 hours until the beef is tender.
Notes
For best results, store stew in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for longer. It tastes even better the next day!