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A rustic bowl of hearty beef stew garnished with fresh herbs, surrounded by chunks of tender beef, carrots, potatoes, and celery in a thick, flavorful broth, styled with a cozy cloth napkin and wooden spoon

Easy Old Fashioned Beef Stew for Cozy Nights

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A comforting and hearty beef stew with tender chunks of beef, carrots, potatoes, and celery simmered in a savory broth, perfect for chilly evenings.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into chunks
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add beef chunks and cook until browned.
  2. Add diced onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant.
  3. Pour in beef broth and add thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
  5. Add carrots, potatoes, and celery; simmer another 30 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • For thicker stew, mash some potatoes before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg