Description
Hearty Beef Stew with Root Vegetables is a soul-warming dish that brings comfort to any table. This savory stew features tender beef chuck simmered to perfection with a blend of hearty root vegetables, including carrots and parsnips. Perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, this recipe is straightforward enough for novice cooks while being satisfying enough for seasoned chefs. With its rich flavors and inviting aroma, this stew is sure to impress family and friends alike.
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
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Broth or water to cover
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the beef with salt and pepper, then brown it on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. Remove the beef and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions until translucent (about 3-4 minutes). Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Return the beef to the pot along with carrots and parsnips; stir well.
- Pour in enough broth or water to cover ingredients. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer gently for 1.5 to 2 hours until the beef is tender.
- Taste before serving; adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot in bowls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg