Estate Kitchen Beef Stew
A slow-simmered, comforting stew with tender beef, root vegetables, and a rich broth, evoking the warmth of a family heirloom recipe. This american-inspired slow cooker ready in about 170 minutes pairs stew beef, all-purpose flour, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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 stew beef
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion
- 2 carrots
- 2 stalks celery
- 3 cloves garlic
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup potatoes
- 1 cup parsnips
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 1.5 lbs stew beef dry, then toss with 3 tbsp all-purpose flour and season with salt and pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high, sear beef in batches until browned (3-4 minutes per side), then set aside.
- Step 3: Add diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot, cook for 5 minutes until softened, then stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Return beef to pot, add 4 cups beef broth, 1 cup diced potatoes, 1 cup diced parsnips, 1 tsp dried thyme, and 1 bay leaf.
- Step 5: Simmer covered on low heat for 2.5 hours until beef is fork-tender, then remove bay leaf and adjust seasoning.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Estate Kitchen Beef Stew take to make?
Total time is about 170 minutes (20 min prep + 150 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 Estate Kitchen 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 stew beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Estate Kitchen 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 Estate Kitchen 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 Estate Kitchen Beef Stew?
American slow cooker 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
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
