Easy Easy Beef Stew

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Easy Easy Beef Stew, a classic one-pot recipe that combines tender, slow-simmered beef with hearty vegetables like carrots, celery, potatoes, and peas. This foolproof dish uses simple ingredients like beef broth, tomato paste, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce to create a rich, savory gravy you'll want to savor with every bite. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, thyme, and a hint of bay leaf, this beef stew is easy to prepare yet packs a restaurant-quality punch. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or you're meal-prepping for the week, this recipe is a deliciously filling option that’s ready in just two hours. Serve it with crusty bread for the ultimate comfort food experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef stew meat
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 medium carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 3 medium russet potatoes
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup frozen peas

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Season the beef stew meat with salt and pepper, then sear in the hot oil in batches, ensuring each piece is browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pot. Stir in the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 5

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook the flour mixture for 1 minute to eliminate the raw taste.

Step 6

Gradually stir in the beef broth, making sure to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pot for extra flavor.

Step 7

Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Return the seared beef to the pot, along with the potatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 90-120 minutes, or until the beef is tender and the flavors are well developed.

Step 9

Stir in the frozen peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 11

Ladle the stew into bowls and serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3091.1 grams (3091.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3517

Total Fat 168.10g	216%
Saturated Fat 60.20g	301%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 817mg	272%
Sodium 7280mg	317%
Total Carbohydrate 204.00g	74%
Dietary Fiber 29.40g	105%
Total Sugars 38.00g
Protein 278.50g	557%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 533mg	41%
Iron 38mg	213%
Potassium 8304mg	177%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.9%

Protein: 32.4%

Carbs: 23.7%