Beef Stew

A hearty and comforting beef stew made with tender beef, potatoes, carrots, and a rich broth, perfect for a cozy dinner.

NewPublished Mar 12, 2026
Prep Time20 min
Cook Time1 hr
Total1 hr 20 min
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

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Bowl of hearty beef stew with vegetables.

Ingredients

Servings4

Yields 4 servings

  • (1 lb) beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • (2 tbsp) vegetable oil
  • (1) medium onion, chopped
  • (2 cloves) garlic, minced
  • (4) medium carrots, sliced
  • (3) medium potatoes, diced
  • (4 cups) beef broth
  • (1 tsp) dried thyme
  • (1 tsp) dried rosemary
  • (2) bay leaves
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • (2 tbsp) all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large pot, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Add 1 lb beef chuck and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove beef and set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pot, add 1 medium onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

  5. 5

    Return the beef to the pot and add 4 cups beef broth, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp dried rosemary, and 2 bay leaves. Bring to a boil.

  6. 6

    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.

  7. 7

    Add 4 medium carrots and 3 medium potatoes to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  8. 8

    Cover and simmer for another 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the beef is cooked through.

  9. 9

    If a thicker stew is desired, mix 2 tbsp all-purpose flour with a little water to create a slurry, and stir it into the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.

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