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Slow-Cooked Beef Stew

Ultimate Slow-Cooked Beef Stew for Melt-in-Your-Mouth Perfection

A hearty and comforting slow-cooked beef stew with tender meat and rich flavors.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cubed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine (optional)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes on all sides, then remove and set aside.
  2. Add onions, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic and tomato paste. Cook for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in beef broth and red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze.
  5. Return the beef to the pot. Add thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
  6. Cover and simmer on low heat for 2–3 hours, or until beef is tender.
  7. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, sear the beef in batches without overcrowding the pot.
  • If the stew is too thin, thicken it with a cornstarch slurry.
  • This stew tastes even better the next day as flavors develop.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: beef stew, slow-cooked stew, comfort food, easy dinner