History's Embrace Beef Stew
A slow-simmered stew honoring culinary traditions, with tender beef and vegetables in a rich, savory broth. This french-inspired one pot ready in about 130 minutes pairs cut into 1-inch cubes chuck roast, all-purpose flour, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, 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, cut into 1-inch cubes chuck roast
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large, diced onion
- 3, peeled and diced carrots
- 3 stalks, diced celery
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 3, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes potatoes
- 1 cup frozen peas
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat beef cubes dry, then toss with 2 tbsp all-purpose flour, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, then brown beef in batches (5 minutes per batch), setting aside.
- Step 2: Add diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot, cooking for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant, then add tomato paste and cook 2 minutes.
- Step 3: Return beef to pot, add 4 cups beef broth, 1 tbsp dried thyme, and 2 bay leaves. Simmer covered on low heat for 1.5 hours until beef is fork-tender, then stir in diced potatoes and simmer 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Step 4: Discard bay leaves, stir in 1 cup frozen peas, and cook 5 minutes until peas are heated through.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does History's Embrace Beef Stew take to make?
Total time is about 130 minutes (20 min prep + 110 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 History's Embrace 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 all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in History's Embrace 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 History's Embrace Beef Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 History's Embrace Beef Stew?
French one pot 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
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
- ★★☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
