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Homestyle Beef Stew is the ultimate cold weather comfort food. Chock-full of tender beef, chunky vegetables, and a flavorful broth, it's hearty and delicious!
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Homestyle Beef Stew

Homestyle Beef Stew is the ultimate cold weather comfort food. Chock-full of tender beef, chunky vegetables, and a flavorful broth, it's hearty and delicious!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 15 minutes
Course: Main Entree
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 474kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds chuck roast, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons oil
  • 1 onion, peeled and chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 4 red potatoes, quartered
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch cubes

Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine flour, about 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add beef and dredge in flour mixture.
  • In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil. 
  • Add beef in batches and sear until browned on all sides. Remove beef from the pot and keep warm.
  • Add another 1 tablespoon of oil to the pot. Add onions and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened.
  • Add beef broth, tomato sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. 
  • Add bay leaves. Bring to a boil.
  • Lower heat, cover, and simmer for about 1 1/2  to 2 hours or until meat are tender. 
  • Remove bay leaves and discard. 
  • Add potatoes, carrots, and celery.
  •  Continue to cook for about 30 to 40 minutes or until meat is fork-tender and vegetables are cooked. 
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 636g | Calories: 474kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 824mg | Potassium: 1348mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2750IU | Vitamin C: 14.9mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 5.4mg