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The Best Beef Stew

A hearty beef stew that combines tender meat with rich broth and a variety of vegetables, perfect for chilly evenings.

  • Total Time: 135 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1–1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons herbes de Provence
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups dry red wine
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1–1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary, divided
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 cups cubed peeled potatoes
  • 3 cups coarsely chopped onions (about 2 large)
  • 2 cups sliced carrots
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic or red wine vinegar
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
  • Additional fresh rosemary, optional

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, toss the beef with 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together 4 tablespoons of flour and the smoked paprika.
  3. Add the seasoned beef to the flour mixture and toss to coat.
  4. Heat a Dutch oven over medium heat and add the canola oil. Brown the beef on all sides.
  5. Stir in the tomato paste, herbes de Provence, and minced garlic. Cook until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the dry red wine and simmer until it reduces by half, about 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in the beef broth, 1 teaspoon of minced fresh rosemary, and bay leaves. Bring back to a boil, then simmer for 1-1/2 hours.
  8. Add the cubed potatoes, chopped onions, and sliced carrots. Cover and simmer for another 30 minutes.
  9. Discard the bay leaves. Mix remaining rosemary, salt, flour, cold water, and vinegar in a small bowl; stir into the stew.
  10. Bring back to a boil, stir in the peas, and cook until thickened, about 2 minutes.

Notes

This stew tastes even better the next day and can be made ahead for meal prep or frozen for future meals.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 120 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: beef stew, hearty meals, comfort food, winter recipes