Easy Homemade Beef Stew
This hearty and flavorful beef stew is a comforting classic, perfect for a cozy dinner. Packed with tender beef, vegetables, and a rich broth.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 3 potatoes, diced
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine (optional)
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tbsp flour (for thickening)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Brown the beef cubes on all sides, then remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Add carrots, potatoes, and tomato paste, stirring well.
- Pour in beef broth and red wine, then return the beef to the pot.
- Season with thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender.
- Mix flour with a little water and stir into the stew to thicken.
- Add frozen peas and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy!