This delicious harvest beef stew is the perfect comfort food for a chilly evening. Packed with tender chunks of beef, seasonal vegetables, and savory broth, this stew will warm you up from the inside out. Make a big batch and enjoy leftovers for days!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of stew beef, cut into chunks
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 4 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 3 potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup of frozen peas
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 4 cups of beef broth
- 1/2 cup of red wine
- 2 tablespoons of tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large pot, brown the stew beef over medium-high heat until browned on all sides. Remove from pot and set aside.
- Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Return the beef to the pot and add the carrots, potatoes, peas, tomatoes, beef broth, red wine, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.
Interesting Facts
Beef stew is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed for generations.
Adding red wine to the stew adds depth and richness to the flavor profile.
Leftover beef stew can be frozen and reheated for a quick and easy meal later on.