The Ultimate Beef Stew Recipe
This best beef stew recipe combines tender beef chunks and vegetables in a rich, savory broth – perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- beef chuck roast
- olive oil
- beef broth
- garlic
- cubed potatoes
- chopped carrots
- chopped celery
- tomato paste
- dried thyme
- salt and pepper
- all-purpose flour
- Worcestershire sauce
- bay leaf
- frozen peas
Instructions
Steps
- Trim beef chuck roast to remove excess fat and cut into 1-inch cubes. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add beef in batches, browning each side for 4–5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic, stirring for about 1 minute, then combine with tomato paste.
- Return beef to pot with juices. Sprinkle flour to coat, stir in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Add potatoes, carrots, and celery. Submerge vegetables and continue simmering until tender.
- Stir in frozen peas, heat through, adjust seasonings, and remove bay leaf before serving.
Notes
For leftovers, store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.