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Old Fashioned Beef Stew Recipe

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This Old Fashioned Beef Stew recipe is a classic, slow-cooked meal featuring tender beef, carrots, potatoes, and onions simmered in a flavorful broth. Perfect for a comforting and hearty dinner, this stew is ideal for family meals or batch cooking. Keywords: Old Fashioned Beef Stew, beef stew recipe, hearty stew, classic beef stew, comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tbsp flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine (optional)
  • 4 large carrots, sliced
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  • Prep the Beef: In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and pepper. Toss the beef cubes in the mixture until evenly coated.
  • Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the beef in batches, browning on all sides (about 4-5 minutes per batch). Remove beef and set aside.
  • Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add diced onions, garlic, and celery. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.
  • Deglaze the Pot: Stir in tomato paste, then pour in red wine (if using) and cook for 2 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  • Simmer the Stew: Return the beef to the pot, add beef broth, carrots, potatoes, bay leaves, thyme, and rosemary. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 2 to 2.5 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
  • Final Seasoning: Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot with crusty bread.

Notes

  • For a thicker stew, mash a few potato pieces into the broth or stir in a slurry of cornstarch and water.
  • You can replace red wine with extra beef broth for a non-alcoholic version.
  • This stew tastes even better the next day, making it great for leftovers!

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