Description
Warm up your evenings with this Hearty One-Pot Beef Stew Recipe for Cold Nights, a comforting dish loaded with tender beef, root vegetables, and a rich, savory broth. Perfect for chilly weather, this easy one-pot recipe brings all the classic flavors of a homemade beef stew to your table without the hassle of multiple dishes. Serve it with crusty bread for a satisfying, cozy meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine (optional, or use additional broth)
- 3 large carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Beef:
- Toss the beef cubes with flour, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches until golden on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics:
- In the same pot, add the onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Deglaze and Simmer:
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in red wine (if using) and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze.
- Return the beef to the pot and add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes.
- Add Vegetables:
- Add carrots, potatoes, and celery to the pot. Simmer for another 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Finish and Serve:
- Stir in frozen peas and cook for 5 more minutes.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Discard the bay leaf before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a sprig of rosemary or fresh parsley during cooking.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Serve with warm, crusty bread or over steamed rice for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course