Favourite Beef Stew Recipe

Name: Favourite Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 - 2 1/2 lbs lean beef, cut into cubes; 2 tablespoons light olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter (or margarine); 1 onion, finely chopped; 1/4 cup flour; 1 bay leaf; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried); 4 cups beef stock; salt & pepper; 1/4 cup red wine (recommended!) (optional); 6 -8 carrots, coarsely chopped; 6 -8 potatoes, coarsely chopped; 6 -8 small onions, coarsely chopped; 1 (28 ounce) can Italian tomatoes, drained & chopped; 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley

Servings: persons

2 - 2 1/2 lbs lean beef, cut into cubes
2 tablespoons light olive oil
2 tablespoons butter (or margarine)
1 onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup flour
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
4 cups beef stock
salt & pepper
1/4 cup red wine (recommended!) (optional)
6 -8 carrots, coarsely chopped
6 -8 potatoes, coarsely chopped
6 -8 small onions, coarsely chopped
1 (28 ounce) can Italian tomatoes, drained & chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley

1
Pat meat dry with a paper towel.
2
Heat oil & butter together in a large heavy saucepan.
3
Add meat & cook, stirring constantly, until browned all over.
4
Remove from pot, cover & set aside.
5
To juices remaining in pot, add chopped onion & cook, stirring often, until tender.
6
Add a little more butter, if necessary.
7
Stir in flour & cook, stirring, until mixture is golden.
8
Return meat to pot.
9
Add next 6 ingredients (if using wine, I recommend adding this first to deglaze) - bring to a boil, stirring up browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
10
Reduce heat, cover & simmer until the meat is tender- about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
11
Add vegetables & continue to simmer until veggies are tender- about 30 minutes.
12
Taste & adjust seasoning, if necessary.
13
Sprinkle with parsley.

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* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 - 2 1/2 lbs lean beef, cut into cubes, 2 tablespoons light olive oil, 2 tablespoons butter (or margarine), 1 onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Favourite 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Favourite Beef Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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