Jodies Beef Casserole

Cozy up with a hearty serving of Jodie’s Beef Casserole, a comforting classic that’s perfect for family dinners or chilly evenings. This one-pot wonder combines tender, slow-cooked beef with a medley of vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, potatoes, and peas, all simmered in a rich, savory broth infused with tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of thyme. With just 20 minutes of prep and the rest handled in the oven, this dish is as easy as it is satisfying. Serve it warm with crusty bread or over buttery mashed potatoes for a meal that’s sure to please every palate. Perfect for lovers of cozy casseroles and slow-braised flavors, this recipe highlights wholesome ingredients and simple techniques to create a hearty crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 pounds beef stew meat
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 medium potatoes, diced
• 3 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Season the beef stew meat with salt and pepper. Toss it with the flour to coat evenly.

Step 4

Sear the beef in the hot oil in batches, browning all sides. Remove the beef and set it aside.

Step 5

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Stir in the diced potatoes and return the browned beef to the pot.

Step 8

Pour in the beef broth, then stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaf.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover the pot, and transfer it to the preheated oven.

Step 10

Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

Step 11

Remove the pot from the oven and discard the bay leaf.

Step 12

Stir in the frozen peas and allow them to heat through for 5 minutes.

Step 13

Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2989.8 grams (2989.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3421

Total Fat 168.10g	216%
Saturated Fat 60.10g	301%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 817mg	272%
Sodium 6242mg	271%
Total Carbohydrate 190.50g	69%
Dietary Fiber 29.10g	104%
Total Sugars 33.90g
Protein 269.10g	538%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 573mg	44%
Iron 37mg	203%
Potassium 8035mg	171%

*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: 45.1%

Protein: 32.1%

Carbs: 22.7%