Beef Stew Recipe With Root Vegetables

If you’re in the mood for something hearty and comforting, there’s nothing quite like a classic beef stew. This Easy Beef Stew Recipe is the perfect dish to warm you up on a chilly evening. With tender chunks of beef, rich broth, and plenty of vegetables, it’s a meal that the whole family will love.

Easy Beef Stew

Take a look at this delicious beef stew, bursting with flavor and goodness:

Ingredients

2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1- to 2-inch pieces
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
4 cups beef broth
1 cup red wine (optional)
4 carrots, sliced
3 potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)

Instructions

Start by seasoning the beef chunks generously with salt and pepper. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
Add the beef in batches, searing it on all sides until browned, about 5-8 minutes per batch. Remove the beef and set it aside.
In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, around 5 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes, enhancing the flavor of the base.
Pour in the beef broth and red wine (if using), scraping up any brown bits from the pot.
Add the browned beef back to the pot along with the carrots, potatoes, bay leaves, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Bring the stew to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 2 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender and the flavors meld beautifully.
If using, stir in the frozen peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste before serving. Enjoy this hearty meal with crusty bread or over rice!

This comforting beef stew is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends. Enjoy the warm and savory flavor with each bite!