Autumn Harvest Beef Stew
Autumn Harvest Beef Stew is the perfect dish to warm you up on chilly evenings. This hearty recipe combines tender beef with a medley of fresh vegetables, creating a comforting meal that’s ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends. The rich flavors and nourishing ingredients make it an essential addition to your fall menu. With straightforward steps, this stew is not only easy to prepare but also allows for customization based on your favorite seasonal vegetables. Enjoy the satisfaction of a warming bowl of goodness that tastes even better the next day!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups carrots, sliced
- 2 cups potatoes, diced
- 1 cup parsnips, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear beef cubes in batches until browned on all sides; set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for an additional minute.
- Deglaze the pot with a splash of beef broth, scraping up any browned bits.
- Return the beef to the pot along with remaining broth and add carrots, potatoes, parsnips, and celery.
- Season with thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 2 hours until beef is tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg