Authentic Martin's Beef Stew
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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef chuck roast
- 4 medium, peeled and diced carrots
- 3 medium, peeled and cubed potatoes
- 1 large, chopped onion
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup red wine
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Step 4: Add potatoes and cook for 30 minutes longer until tender. Adjust seasoning before serving.
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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.
What others are saying
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Best recipe I've made this month.
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Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
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The flavors in this authentic are incredible.
