Beef Stew

This classic beef stew is a hearty and comforting one-pot recipe that's perfect for fall and winter.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1 30

Total Time 1 45

Course Soup

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 398 kcal

Equipment

Le Creuset Dutch Oven
CO2 Wine Bottle Opener

Ingredients

2 pounds beef stew meat cut into 1-inch cubes
1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large yellow onion cut into chunks
4 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 tablespoons arrowroot powder, cornstarch or other flour
1 cup red wine
4 cups low-sodium beef broth
0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
2 leaves bay leaves
1 pound baby white potatoes halved or quartered
4 medium carrots peeled and sliced on a diagonal
3 ribs celery chopped
fresh thyme for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Pat the beef dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Working in batches, place the beef in the pot and sear on all sides until golden, 2 to 3 minutes per side, then remove to a plate.
Add the onion and garlic to the pot and pour in the vinegar. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until the onion is softened. Add the tomato paste and cook for a minute more.
Add the seared beef back to the pot and sprinkle the flour on top. Stir everything together, until the flour is fully dissolved.
Add the wine, broth, thyme, and bay leaf. Stir everything together. Bring the broth to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer partially covered for 1 hour.
Add the potatoes, carrots, and celery. Cook for an additional 20 to 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are fork-tender.
Remove the bay leaves, and if you'd like, garnish with fresh thyme before serving.

Notes

Don't crowd the pot when searing the meat. You want it to get a really good golden crust. The flavor of beef stew intensifies as it sits, making it a wonderful recipe for meal prep.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 398kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 39gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 1032mgPotassium: 1454mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 6933IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 76mgIron: 4mg

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