Hearty Beef and Potato Stew
- Author: Emily
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine (optional, can substitute with broth)
- 5 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- Brown the Beef:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the beef with salt and pepper, then sear in batches until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- In the same pot, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Deglaze the Pot:
- Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Let it simmer and reduce by half, about 3 minutes.
- Build the Stew:
- Stir in the beef broth, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, bay leaves, thyme, paprika, and the browned beef. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer:
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- Add the Potatoes:
- After the beef has cooked, add the potatoes. Continue simmering for an additional 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Season and Serve:
- Remove the bay leaves and season the stew with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 480g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 36g