Description
Cozy Up to This Hearty One-Pot Autumn Beef Stew
Ingredients
- 2 pound beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 cup beef broth
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Brown the beef cubes on all sides, working in batches if necessary, for 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the chopped onions and garlic to the pot; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Stir in the sliced carrots, diced potatoes, and mushrooms; cook for 2-3 minutes.
5. Mix in the tomato paste, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper to coat the ingredients.
6. Pour in the beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, until the beef is tender.
8. Adjust the seasoning as needed before serving the hearty One-Pot Autumn Beef Stew hot.
Notes
To ensure your One-Pot Autumn Beef Stew turns out perfectly every time, keep these tips in mind:
– Browning the Meat: Taking the time to brown the beef cubes before adding them to the pot helps to develop rich, complex flavors in the final dish.
– Cooking Time: The longer the stew simmers, the more tender the beef will become. Keep an eye on it, and let it simmer until the meat is fork-tender, about 1.5 to 2 hours.
– Flavor Enhancers: Consider adding a splash of red wine or a dash of Worcestershire sauce to further deepen the flavors of your One-Pot Autumn Beef Stew.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams