Easy Homemade Beef Stew with Vegetables & Herbs 🍲🥩🥕✨

A hearty, comforting stew made with tender beef chuck, root vegetables, and aromatic herbs simmered in a rich broth. Perfect for cozy family dinners.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds (900 g) beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 3 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• ¼ cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
• 4 cups (1 liter) beef broth
• 1 cup (240 ml) red wine (optional)
• Salt & black pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions 👩‍🍳

1. Brown beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot. Toss beef cubes in flour, then sear until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
2. Sauté aromatics: In the same pot, cook onion and garlic until fragrant. Stir in tomato paste.
3. Add vegetables: Add carrots, celery, and potatoes. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Simmer: Return beef to pot. Add beef broth, red wine (if using), thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat.
5. Cook: Cover and simmer gently for 1½–2 hours until beef is tender and vegetables are cooked through.
6. Finish: Remove bay leaf. Adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Tips

• Extra rich: Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce for depth.
• Variation: Replace potatoes with parsnips or turnips for a rustic twist.
• Serving idea: Pair with crusty bread or fluffy rice.

Caption & Engagement

Caption: “Easy Beef Stew—tender beef, hearty veggies, and rich broth 🍲🥩🥕✨”

• Comment prompt: “Would you add red wine or keep it classic?”
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