Authentic Martin's Beef Stew

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A rich, slow-cooked stew inspired by the historical craftsmanship of Martin guitars, featuring tender beef and root vegetables in a deeply flavored broth. This general-inspired soups ready in about 110 minutes pairs beef chuck roast, medium, peeled and diced carrots, medium, peeled and cubed potatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 90 min Serves 6 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add beef chunks and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until browned; set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same pot, sauté onion, carrots, and garlic for 5 minutes until fragrant. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Return beef to the pot. Add red wine, beef broth, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 hours.
  4. Step 4: Add potatoes and cook for 30 minutes longer until tender. Adjust seasoning before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Authentic Martin's Beef Stew take to make?

Total time is about 110 minutes (20 min prep + 90 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Authentic Martin's Beef Stew?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef chuck roast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Authentic Martin's Beef Stew?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Authentic Martin's Beef Stew for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Authentic Martin's Beef Stew?

General soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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