Estate-Style Beef Stew
A rich, slow-cooked stew with tender beef, root vegetables, and a deep-brown gravy, ideal for cold winter nights. This american-inspired slow cooker ready in about 105 minutes pairs cubed beef chuck, diced carrots, diced potatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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, cubed beef chuck
- 1 cup, diced carrots
- 1.5 cups, diced potatoes
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp thyme
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook 5-6 minutes until browned on all sides, then remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Add onion and garlic to the pot and sauté 2 minutes until softened. Stir in flour, tomato paste, and thyme. Cook 1 minute, then add broth and carrots. Bring to a boil.
- Step 3: Reduce heat to low, add potatoes and beef, then simmer 1.5 hours until beef is tender and vegetables are fork-tender.
- Step 4: If desired, puree 1/2 cup of the stew in a blender and stir back into the pot for a thicker gravy. Season with salt and pepper.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Estate-Style Beef Stew take to make?
Total time is about 105 minutes (15 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 Estate-Style 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 cubed beef chuck from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Estate-Style 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-Style 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-Style 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
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 90-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
