Hearty Homestyle Beef Stew with Root Vegetables
Hearty Homestyle Beef Stew with Root Vegetables is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. This rich and flavorful stew combines tender beef chuck with a medley of vibrant root vegetables, creating a dish that warms you from the inside out. With its simple preparation and nourishing ingredients, it’s an ideal choice for any occasion. Whether served with crusty bread or over fluffy rice, this stew is sure to please everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 large carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 parsnips, peeled and sliced
- Broth (enough to cover ingredients)
Instructions
- Sear the beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add beef in batches and brown on all sides (4-5 minutes per batch). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same pot, add onions and cook until translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
- Incorporate vegetables: Add carrots and parsnips to the pot, stirring to combine for a few minutes.
- Combine ingredients: Return beef to the pot and pour in broth until covered. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Serve: After cooking, taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg