Beef Stew Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2-3 pounds beef shoulder cut into cubes; 12 thyme sprigs; 2 carrots cut into 1/4 inch slices; 6 smashed garlic cloves; 2 cups blanched and peeled red pearl onions; 1 orange peel cut in large strips; 2-3 cloves; 1 tsp whole black peppercorns; 2 bay leaves; 1 bottle red wine (good burgandy); 1/4 olive oil; 3 TBSP butter; sea salt and fresh ground pepper; bouquet garni; 2 1/2 cups beef stock; 1/2 lb baby carrots; 1/2 lb garden peas; 1 lb white mushrooms cut in half; pinch sugar; flat parsley chopped as garnish; chives finely chopped as garnish

Servings: persons

2-3 pounds beef shoulder cut into cubes
12 thyme sprigs
2 carrots cut into 1/4 inch slices
6 smashed garlic cloves
2 cups blanched and peeled red pearl onions
1 orange peel cut in large strips
2-3 cloves
1 tsp whole black peppercorns
2 bay leaves
1 bottle red wine (good burgandy)
1/4 olive oil
3 TBSP butter
sea salt and fresh ground pepper
bouquet garni
2 1/2 cups beef stock
1/2 lb baby carrots
1/2 lb garden peas
1 lb white mushrooms cut in half
pinch sugar
flat parsley chopped as garnish
chives finely chopped as garnish

1
To make the marinade place the beef in a large glass or plastic container. Add 8 sprigs of thyme, carrots, garlic, red onions, cloves, peppercorns, bay leaves and wine. Chill for 4 hours.
2
Remove the beef from the marinade and blot dry on paper towels. Heat the oil and the butter. Add the remaining 4 sprigs of thyme. When the oil begins to smoke remove the thyme. Add the beef and brown on all sides. Season with salt and pepper. Strain the marinade into the beef. Scrap the bits from the bottom of the pan. Add the boquet garni. Simmer and cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes. Cover and cook on low for 2 hours.
3
After 2 hours add carrots, peas, mushrooms and sugar. Turn up the heat a bit and simmer uncovered for 30 more minutes.
4
Serve with roasted garlic and a baguette.

966

kcal

Calories

Fat

159

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2-3 pounds beef shoulder cut into cubes, 12 thyme sprigs, 2 carrots cut into 1/4 inch slices, 6 smashed garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Beef Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Beef Stew

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