Description
A quintessential comfort food, this old fashioned beef stew features succulent, slow-cooked beef chuck simmered with hearty Yukon gold potatoes and carrots in a rich, savory gravy. By searing the flour-dredged meat to create a deep fond and simmering patiently, we achieve a velvety consistency and melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. This timeless, wholesome meal is perfect for feeding a family and bridging generations through the simple joy of classic, slow-cooked culinary traditions.
Ingredients
2.5 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
4 medium Yukon gold potatoes, cut into chunks
3 large carrots, cut into 1-inch chunks
4 cups low-sodium beef broth
2 tbsp tomato paste
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
Dredge the beef cubes in flour seasoned with salt and black pepper until uniformly coated.
Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Sear the beef in small batches until a dark brown crust forms, removing each batch once browned.
Add minced garlic to the Dutch oven and sauté until fragrant, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom.
Return the beef to the pot and stir in the tomato paste, coating the meat thoroughly.
Pour in the beef broth and add the dried thyme, stirring well to combine.
Cover the Dutch oven and reduce heat to a low simmer; cook for approximately 2.5 hours.
Add the potato and carrot chunks to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid.
Continue simmering covered for another 30 minutes, or until the vegetables and meat are fork-tender.
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving hot.
Notes
Ensure you sear the beef in small batches to avoid crowding the pot; overcrowding will cause the meat to steam rather than brown. Using low-sodium beef broth allows you to control the final salt level effectively. This stew tastes even better the next day as the flavors continue to meld in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 180
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg