One-Pot Autumn Beef Stew
One-Pot Autumn Beef Stew is a heartwarming dish perfect for chilly evenings. This flavorful stew combines tender beef, fresh seasonal vegetables, and aromatic herbs simmered in a rich broth, creating a comforting meal that brings family and friends together. Easy to prepare and loaded with taste, it’s the ultimate cozy dinner for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, add oil and brown the beef on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add carrots and potatoes; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Return beef to the pot. Pour in beef broth along with thyme and bay leaves. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer covered for about 2 hours until beef is fork-tender.
- Remove bay leaves before serving in bowls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg