Name: Hearty Beef Stew Recipe No Wine
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 2 h 30 min
Total time: 2 h 55 min
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 lbs boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1.5-2 inch cubes; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend); 1 large yellow onion, diced; 2 carrots, chopped (plus 1-2 more for later addition, optional); 2 celery stalks, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 4 cups beef broth (low sodium, high quality); 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 2 bay leaves; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1/2 tsp dried rosemary; 1.5 lbs Yukon Gold or red potatoes, peeled and diced; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Description

Discover the best beef stew recipe no wine with our step-by-step guide. This easy-to-make dish guarantees the best flavor for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
2 lbs boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1.5–2 inch cubes
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
1 large yellow onion, diced
2 carrots, chopped (plus 1–2 more for later addition, optional)
2 celery stalks, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
4 cups beef broth (low sodium, high quality)
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 bay leaves
1 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried rosemary
1.5 lbs Yukon Gold or red potatoes, peeled and diced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prep Ingredients. Dice onion, carrots, celery. Mince garlic. Cut beef into 1.5-2 inch cubes, pat dry, season with salt and pepper, then dredge lightly in flour.
Step 2: Sear Beef. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear beef in batches until deeply browned on all sides. Remove to a plate.
Step 3: Build Aromatics. Reduce heat to medium. Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot; sauté 5-7 minutes until softened. Add garlic and tomato paste; cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4: Deglaze and Add Liquids. Deglaze with a splash of beef broth, scraping up browned bits. Return beef to pot. Add remaining beef broth, Worcestershire, bay leaves, thyme, and rosemary. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Step 5: Simmer for Tenderness. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 1.5-2 hours, or until beef is fork-tender.
Step 6: Add Vegetables & Thicken. Add potatoes and additional carrots (if using). Simmer, uncovered, for 20-30 minutes until vegetables are tender. If desired, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp cold water, stir into stew, and cook 2 minutes until thickened.
Step 7: Final Seasoning & Rest. Remove bay leaves. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Add a pinch of sugar if needed. Let rest 10-15 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Prep Time: 25 mins
Cook Time: 2 hours 30 mins