Description
Stove Top Beef Stew is a classic comfort food that delivers warmth and satisfaction in every bite. This hearty dish features tender beef simmered with a medley of vegetables, including carrots and Yukon gold potatoes, all enveloped in a rich, savory broth. Slow-cooked on the stove top, this stew is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for meal prepping or family dinners. Whether it’s a chilly evening or a cozy gathering, this stew brings everyone together around the table with its delightful flavors and comforting aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds chuck beef (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups beef stock
- 2/3 cup apple vinegar
- 4 large carrots (roughly chopped)
- 3 medium Yukon gold potatoes (cut into cubes)
- Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion
- 8 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons roast beef base paste (like Better than Bouillon)
Instructions
- Season beef cubes with flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned beef until golden brown on all sides; then set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté chopped celery, onion, and garlic until softened. Stir in tomato paste and beef base; let simmer.
- Add beef stock and apple vinegar along with fresh herbs; bring to a gentle simmer and cover. Cook for about 2 hours.
- After 2 hours, add cubed potatoes and chopped carrots. Continue cooking for another 30 to 45 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Serve warm alongside rice or bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg