Get ready to fall in love with the best beef and potato stew recipe you’ll ever taste! This hearty beef stew is packed with tender chunks of beef, soft potatoes, and a rich, savory broth that brings total comfort in every bite. It’s the perfect dish for cozy evenings, Sunday dinners, or any time you need something warm, filling, and full of flavor.
In this video, I’ll show you how to make a classic beef and potato stew using simple pantry ingredients and easy steps. You don’t need any special equipment or fancy ingredients—just a pot, a little time, and this straightforward method to create the most delicious homemade beef stew that tastes like it came straight from grandma’s kitchen.
This easy beef stew recipe is ideal for weeknight meals or hearty family dinners. The potatoes soak up all the delicious flavors, while the beef becomes incredibly juicy and tender. It’s old-fashioned comfort food at its absolute best—perfect for fall, winter, or any chilly day when you need something truly satisfying.
Ingredients:
• 1–1.5 lb beef, cut into cubes
• 6–7 medium potatoes, cubed
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, grated
• 2–3 cloves of garlic, pressed
• 2–3 tbsp olive oil (for browning beef)
• 2–3 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing vegetables)
• 2–3 tbsp tomato paste or ketchup
• 6 cups water
• 3 bay leaves
• 5–7 whole peppercorns
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh dill or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Beef:
• Cut beef into bite-sized cubes.
• In a large pan, heat 2–3 tablespoons of olive oil.
• Add beef cubes, season with salt and black pepper to taste.
• Cook over medium-high heat until the beef is golden brown on all sides.
2. Start the Broth:
• In a large pot, bring 6 cups of water to a boil.
• Add the browned beef to the pot.
• Add bay leaves, peppercorns, and additional salt and pepper to taste.
• Cover and let simmer on medium-low heat while preparing the vegetables.
3. Prepare the Vegetables:
• Peel and cube the potatoes.
• Add the potatoes to the simmering beef pot.
• Chop the onion and grate the carrots.
4. Sauté the Vegetables:
• In a separate pan, heat 2–3 tablespoons of olive oil.
• Add chopped onion and grated carrots.
• Press in the garlic cloves.
• Cook on medium heat until vegetables are soft and fragrant (about 5–7 minutes).
• Stir in the tomato paste or ketchup, mix well, and cook for 1–2 more minutes.
5. Combine Everything:
• Add the sautéed vegetables to the pot with beef and potatoes.
• Stir to combine.
• Continue cooking until the potatoes are tender (about 25 minutes).
6. Serve:
• Remove bay leaves before serving.
• Garnish with fresh chopped dill or parsley.
• Serve hot and enjoy!
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