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Old Fashioned Beef Stew

Comforting Old Fashioned Beef Stew for Cozy Nights In

This Old Fashioned Beef Stew is a nostalgic comfort food that's perfect for family gatherings and cozy nights in.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2 pounds Beef Stew Meat (Chuck roast)
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar optional
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or vegetable/canola oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) or garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste or crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups Beef Broth homemade or store-bought
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce or soy sauce
For Vegetables
  • 3 cups Diced Potatoes
  • 1 cup Pearl Onions
  • 2 cups Sliced Carrots
  • 2 stalks Sliced Celery
For Herbs and Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1/4 cup Parsley fresh, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Allspice

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Dust your beef stew meat with cornstarch, then season with salt and black pepper. Set aside while heating.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef in batches for about 5 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add minced garlic and tomato paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, scraping bits from the pot.
  4. Deglaze the pot with beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
  5. Add diced potatoes, pearl onions, sliced carrots, and celery to the simmering broth. Stir in sugar, basil, oregano, parsley, paprika, and allspice.
  6. Increase the heat to boil, then reduce and cover, simmering for 90-120 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Mix remaining cornstarch with cold water and stir into the stew to thicken, cooking for a few more minutes as desired.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This stew tastes even better the next day, making it perfect for meal prep or gatherings.

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