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Beef and Potato Stew

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Beef and Potato Stew is a hearty, comforting one-pot meal made with tender beef, soft potatoes, and flavorful vegetables simmered in a rich tomato and broth-based sauce—perfect for cold days or family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck or stew meat, cubed
  • 1.5 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 carrots, chopped
  • 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh herbs (parsley or thyme) for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Sear beef cubes on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until softened.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes to deepen flavor.
  5. Return beef to the pot. Add diced tomatoes, beef broth, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes.
  7. Add potatoes and carrots to the pot. Simmer for another 30 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
  8. Stir in peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  9. Remove bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • Add red wine for extra depth of flavor in the broth.
  • Include celery, green beans, or parsnips for more vegetables.
  • Use sweet potatoes as a substitute, but add them later to avoid overcooking.
  • For thicker stew, mash a few cooked potato chunks or use a cornstarch slurry.
  • This stew freezes well and tastes even better the next day.

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