Autumn Harvest Beef Stew
Experience the warmth of autumn with this hearty Autumn Harvest Beef Stew. A true comfort food classic, this recipe combines tender beef with a bounty of seasonal vegetables, creating a dish that envelops you in cozy flavors. Perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights, the rich aroma fills your home as it slow-cooks to perfection. With easy-to-follow steps, even beginner cooks will find joy in making this nourishing stew. Customize it with your favorite veggies and spices to make it uniquely yours!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- 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.
- Add the onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until the onion is 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 seared 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 then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 2 hours or until beef is tender.
- Taste before serving; adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg