Easy Homemade Beef Stew
A warm, hearty beef stew packed with tender chunks of beef and assorted vegetables, perfect for chilly nights and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes Select good-quality beef chuck for best flavor.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For browning the beef.
- 1 onion chopped Sauté until translucent.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Add briefly to prevent burning.
- 4 carrots sliced Adds sweetness and texture.
- 4 potatoes diced For hearty texture.
- 4 cups beef broth Use gluten-free broth if necessary.
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste Adjust towards the end of cooking.
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the beef cubes and brown on all sides.
- Remove the beef and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Return the beef to the pot and add the carrots, potatoes, beef broth, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and bay leaf.
Cooking
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for 2-3 hours until the beef is tender.
- Remove the bay leaf before serving. Enjoy your stew!
Notes
This stew can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or frozen for up to three months.