This classic beef stew is slow-simmered until tender, rich, and deeply flavorful — comfort food done with elegance and intention. Enjoy!
Bold flavor, simple steps, and that homemade comfort as only a GoodPlate.Co meal can deliver.
🧾 Introduction
Some meals don’t just feed your body, they fill your heart with joy. This classic beef stew is slow-simmered until tender, rich, and deeply flavorful — comfort food done with elegance and intention. It is an easy meal prep, great for a weekday lunch/dinner, and tastes like a gourmet meal, full of the kind of comfort that only home-cooked food delivers.
Now, this is a staple in my rotation — simple enough for Tuesday night, yet bold enough to serve when company drops by. Every bite hits that perfect balance of spice, heat, heart, and happiness.
🕒 Quick Facts
| Prep Time | 25 mins |
| Cook Time | 2 hrs |
| Total Time | 2 hrs 25 mins |
| Servings | 4-6 |
| Difficulty | Easy to medium |
🧂 Ingredients
- 3-4 lbs Beef chuck
- 1 bag (12-24oz) Baby carrots (Rainbow)
- 1 lb small Yukon Potatoes
- 1-2 8 oz Mushrooms (yes, optional)
- 2 medium Onions
- Leeks (optional)
- Garlic
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. Tomato paste
- Sweet peas (optional)
- Red wine
- Beef broth
- Thyme
- Parsley
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cayenne pepper
The Sides
- Cornbread
- Bread of your choosing
- Freshly prepared salad
👩🍳 Bringing It All Together
- Open your heart to love and gratitude. Turn on your favorite music. Wash your hands,
- First, chop onions, mince garlic, cut potatoes, and dice the beef chuck into approximately 1-inch pieces. (Here, we like to clean as we cook)
- Rinse the beef, pat it dry, and season it with the salt and pepper. In a large Dutch oven or heavy soup pot, add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over medium-high heat until hot. Brown the meat in batches, about 2 minutes on each side and about 4 minutes for each batch. Add another tablespoon of oil for each batch. (To sear the meat properly, do not crowd the meat before turning with tongs.) Remove the beef from the pot, set aside on a plate.
- Add the onions, garlic, and balsamic vinegar; saute, stirring with a wooden spoon and scraping the brown bits from the bottom of the pot, for about 5 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook for an additional minute. Sprinkle with the flour. Stir with a wooden spoon until the flour is dissolved, 1 – 2 minutes. Add the beef and its juices back to the pot. Add the wine, beef broth, water, bay leaf, and thyme. Stir with a wooden spoon and bring to a boil. Next, turn the heat down to low, cover the pot with a lid, and cook for 2 hours or until the beef is tender. Stir occasionally.
- Add the carrots and potatoes. Cover and cook for about an hour, or until the vegetables are cooked and the broth has thickened. Remove the bay leaf and discard it, then taste and adjust the seasoning to taste, if necessary. Serve the stew warm or let it cool to room temperature and then store it in the refrigerator overnight or until ready to serve.
- Finally, plate a goodplate, garnish, serve warm, and enjoy a dish that never disappoints — gourmet flavor made at home with love.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Gluten-free option: Use certified gluten-free products and double-check the labels of the flour and balsamic vinegar. Swap beef for jackfruit for a vegetarian version.
- Meal prep: Assemble ahead and refrigerate up to 24 hours before cooking.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve hot with your choice of sides: Cornbread, bread of your choice. Add a fresh, crisp salad for cool balance and a light, refreshing beverage.
❄️ Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator or freeze it. Reheat in a pot over low heat until it smells irresistible, about 15 minutes. You’ll have time to set the table, light some candles, and don’t forget your favorite chill music.
💬 Final Bite
This classic beef stew is slow-simmered until tender, rich, and deeply flavorful — comfort food done with elegance and intention. Enjoy!— this recipe delivers every single time. It’s a GoodPlate.Co favorite because it’s simple, satisfying, and always a crowd-pleaser. When you make it, tag @GoodPlate.Co — we’d love to see your plate!