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Beef Stew

This beef stew is a comforting dish featuring tender chunks of beef, hearty vegetables, and a rich broth, perfect for family dinners.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beef stew, comfort food, hearty meals, easy recipes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds beef chuck cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 carrots chopped
  • 2 potatoes chopped
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  • Season the beef with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  • Sear the beef cubes in batches until browned on all sides.
  • Remove the beef and set aside.
  • In the same pot, sauté the onion until translucent.
  • Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Stir in beef broth and scrape up browned bits.
  • Return the beef to the pot along with carrots, potatoes, and tomatoes.
  • Season with thyme and bay leaf, then bring to a simmer.
  • Cover and cook for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally until the beef is tender.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 10g | Fiber: 3g