Genuine Handcrafted Beef Stew

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Slow-simmered with premium chuck beef and heirloom vegetables, using no processed ingredients to embody the 'genuine' quality of traditional comfort food. This american-inspired slow cooker ready in about 505 minutes pairs beef chuck, all-purpose flour, olive oil 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: 25 min Cook: 480 min Serves 6 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 1.5kg beef chuck cubes dry, then coat evenly with 30g all-purpose flour, 1.5g salt, and 0.5g black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 45ml olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear beef in batches for 4 minutes per side until deeply browned, removing as they brown.
  3. Step 3: Add chopped 2 large onions, 4 peeled carrots, and 3 celery stalks to the pot. Cook for 8 minutes until softened, then stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 30g tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, scraping browned bits from pot. Return beef to pot, then add 950ml beef broth, 2 bay leaves, and 5g dried thyme.
  5. Step 5: Bring to a simmer, cover, and transfer to a slow cooker. Cook on low for 8 hours until beef is fork-tender.
  6. Step 6: In last 30 minutes, add 500g halved baby potatoes and 150g frozen peas. Stir gently and cook until potatoes are tender, about 25 minutes.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Genuine Handcrafted Beef Stew take to make?

Total time is about 505 minutes (25 min prep + 480 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 Genuine Handcrafted 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 from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Genuine Handcrafted 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 Genuine Handcrafted 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 Genuine Handcrafted 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.

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