Beef Stew
A classic comfort food with tender chunks of beef, hearty vegetables, and a savory broth, perfect for cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch pieces Opt for well-marbled beef for better flavor.
- 4 cups beef broth
- 3 large potatoes, diced
- 3 large carrots, sliced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 leaves bay leaves Discard before serving.
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the beef chuck in a large skillet over medium-high heat in batches for even cooking.
- Transfer the browned beef to a slow cooker.
Cooking
- Add beef broth, diced potatoes, sliced carrots, chopped onion, minced garlic, tomato paste, dried thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
- Stir everything to combine thoroughly.
- Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours until beef is tender.
- Discard bay leaves before serving.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Allow leftovers to cool before storing in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for longer storage. Reheat by thawing overnight in the fridge and warming on the stove or microwave.