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Old-Fashioned Beef Stew

A classic, hearty beef stew made with tender beef, potatoes, carrots, and a rich, savory gravy.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Classic
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb beef chuck cut into chunks
  • 0.33 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tbsp oil
  • 1 cup onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 carrots sliced
  • 4 potatoes cubed
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1.5 tsp salt
  • 0.75 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Dutch oven or heavy pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Chef's knife

Method
 

  1. Season and flour beef chunks.
  2. Brown beef in oil in batches; remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté onion and garlic in the same pot.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and cook briefly.
  5. Return beef to pot and add broth, bay leaves, and thyme.
  6. Cover and simmer for 90 minutes.
  7. Add carrots and potatoes; simmer 30 minutes more.
  8. Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning, and serve.

Notes

Low and slow cooking ensures tender beef and rich flavor.