Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this Old Fashioned Beef Stew Recipe, a timeless classic that brings families together. Packed with tender beef, colorful vegetables, and a rich broth, this stew is perfect for chilly evenings or special gatherings. With its simple preparation and customizable ingredients, you can make it your own while enjoying a hearty meal that pleases everyone at the table. Whether served with crusty bread or over fluffy rice, this cozy dish will become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast or stew meat, cubed
- Salt and black pepper to season
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup red grape juice
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 3 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large onion, chopped
Instructions
- Season beef cubes with salt and black pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat and sear beef until browned; transfer to a plate.
- Deglaze the pot with red grape juice, scraping up browned bits.
- Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and herbs; return seared beef to pot.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 1 hour.
- Prepare vegetables while simmering; add them to the pot along with cornstarch mixed with cold water.
- Simmer for an additional hour until meat is tender.
- Adjust seasonings if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg