Hearty Beef Stew with Green Peas and Carrots Recipe

Name: Hearty Beef Stew with Green Peas and Carrots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes, or about 4 1/2 pounds beef shank, meat removed from bone and cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes; salt; ground black pepper; 2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 medium-large onions, chopped (2 cups); 3 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup full-bodied red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cotes du Rhone, Zinfandel, Shiraz or Barolo); 2 cups homemade chicken broth or low-sodium canned broth; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves; 4 large carrots, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick; 1 cup (6 ounces) frozen peas, thawed; 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves

Servings: persons

3 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes, or about 4 1/2 pounds beef shank, meat removed from bone and cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
salt
ground black pepper
2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 medium-large onions, chopped (2 cups)
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup full-bodied red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cotes du Rhone, Zinfandel, Shiraz or Barolo)
2 cups homemade chicken broth or low-sodium canned broth
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
4 large carrots, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 cup (6 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves

1
Preheat oven to 200F.
2
Place meat in a large bowl.
3
Sprinkle with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper; toss to coat.
4
Heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat in a large nonreactive soup kettle; add meat to pan in two batches.
5
Brown meat on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch, adding an additional 1 tablespoon oil if necessary.
6
Transfer meat to a platter.
7
Add onions to pot; saute until almost softened, 4 to 5 minutes.
8
Reduce heat to medium and add garlic; continue to saute for about 30 seconds longer.
9
Stir in flour and cook until lightly colored, 1 to 2 minutes.
10
Stir in wine, scraping up any browned bits that may have stuck to pan.
11
Add chicken broth, bay leaves and thyme; bring to simmer.
12
Add meat and return to a simmer.
13
Cover and place in oven, and simmer until meat is just tender, 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
14
(Stew can be cooled at this point, covered and refrigerated up to 3 days.)
15
Before serving, bring 1 inch water to a boil in a steamer pot.
16
Place carrots in steamer basket and lower into pot.
17
Steam until just tender, about 6 minutes.
18
Add steamed carrots and uncooked peas to fully cooked stew; cover and let stand to blend flavors, about 5 minutes.
19
Stir in parsley, adjust seasonings and serve.

1759

kcal

Calories

113

Fat

Carbs

136

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

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.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes, or about 4 1/2 pounds beef shank, meat removed from bone and cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes, salt, ground black pepper, 2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Hearty Beef Stew with Green Peas and Carrots 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!

Hearty Beef Stew with Green Peas and Carrots

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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