Genuine Handcrafted Beef Stew
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.
Ingredients
- 1.5kg beef chuck
- 30g all-purpose flour
- 45ml olive oil
- 2 large onion
- 4 carrots
- 3 stalks celery
- 4 cloves garlic
- 30g tomato paste
- 950ml beef broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 5g dried thyme
- 500g baby potatoes
- 150g frozen peas
Instructions
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Step 5: Bring to a simmer, cover, and transfer to a slow cooker. Cook on low for 8 hours until beef is fork-tender.
- 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.
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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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Absolutely wonderful.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
