Old-Fashioned Family Comfort Stew Recipe
A classic old-fashioned family comfort recipe combining tender meat, fresh vegetables, and flavorful seasonings, slowly simmered together to create a hearty and warming dish perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1.5 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
Vegetables
- 3 large carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 large onion, chopped
Seasonings
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Begin by cutting the beef chuck roast into bite-sized chunks and chopping all the vegetables as directed to ensure even cooking.
- Combine Ingredients in Pot: Place the beef, carrots, celery, potatoes, onion, and garlic into a large pot or Dutch oven. Add the beef broth, salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaf to the pot.
- Simmer the Mixture: Bring the contents to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer gently for 2 to 3 hours until the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
- Final Touches: Remove the bay leaf, adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed, and serve the hearty stew warm for a comforting meal.
Notes
- For a thicker stew, you can mix 2 tablespoons of flour or cornstarch with cold water and stir it into the pot during the last 15 minutes of simmering.
- Feel free to add other root vegetables like parsnips or turnips for extra flavor and texture.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day as the flavors continue to blend.
Keywords: beef stew, family recipe, comfort food, slow simmer, hearty dinner
