Autumn Harvest Beef Stew
Embrace the warmth and comfort of fall with this Autumn Harvest Beef Stew, a hearty recipe that brings together tender beef and seasonal vegetables in a savory broth. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this stew fills your home with inviting aromas that create a cozy atmosphere. With simple preparation steps, you can let it simmer while you unwind, making it an effortless yet satisfying meal. Whether enjoyed fresh or as leftovers, this stew is sure to become a cherished dish in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups carrots, sliced
- 2 cups potatoes, diced
- 1 cup parsnips, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear the beef cubes until browned on all sides; remove from pot.
- In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for one minute.
- Deglaze the pot with a splash of beef broth, scraping up any browned bits.
- Return beef to the pot and add remaining broth along with carrots, potatoes, parsnips, and celery.
- Season with thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for about two hours until beef is tender.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot with fresh parsley garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg