Ina Garten’s Beef Stew
Indulge in the heartwarming delight of Ina Garten’s Beef Stew Recipe. This comforting dish features tender chunks of beef, vibrant vegetables, and rich flavors that meld together beautifully during slow cooking. Ideal for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this stew not only warms your body but also fills your home with inviting aromas. Serve it with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes for a truly satisfying meal that everyone will adore.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 medium carrots, chopped into thick pieces
- 2 large yellow onions, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup dry red wine (such as Merlot)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Chop the vegetables and cube the beef.
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef on all sides; remove from pot.
- In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Deglaze with red wine, scraping up browned bits; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Return the beef to the pot along with carrots, broth, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 to 3 hours until fork-tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg