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Thomas Baker

Best Ever Beef Stew: Ultimate Cozy Recipe

Nothing beats a warm bowl of Best Ever Beef Stew, a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender beef chunks, golden potatoes, and sweet carrots in a rich broth. This ever beef stew recipe perfectly combines simple ingredients for a slow cooked, flavorful classic that’s ideal for cozy evenings or family dinners. Whether you want a hearty tender beef vegetable stew or a classic guinness beef stew slow cooked style, this easy one pot beef stew family favorite will satisfy your cravings and warm your soul.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast cut into chunks
  • 4 yellow potatoes peeled and chopped
  • 4 carrots peeled and chopped
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

  1. Toss the beef chunks with the flour, salt, and black pepper to coat evenly.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and brown the beef pieces in batches until all sides are nicely seared; remove and set aside.
  3. Using the same pot, cook the diced onion until it becomes soft and translucent, then add the minced garlic and stir for about one minute.
  4. Mix in the tomato paste and let it cook for two minutes, then pour in a small amount of beef broth to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.
  5. Put the browned beef back into the pot, then add the potatoes, carrots, remaining beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, and dried thyme.
  6. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then lower the heat to a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook for 2 to 2.5 hours, until the beef is tender and vegetables are cooked through.
  7. Take out the bay leaves, taste the stew, and add extra salt or pepper if needed before serving.

Notes

  • For richer flavor, brown the beef in smaller batches to avoid steaming. The stew tastes even better the next day after the flavors meld. To freeze, let cool completely and store in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months.