Miller's Hearty Beef and Root Vegetable Stew
A slow-simmered stew featuring tender beef and seasonal root vegetables, inspired by the most common surname data from the 2010 Census. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 165 minutes pairs pounds beef chuck roast, tablespoons olive oil, medium, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 pounds beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 4 medium, chopped carrots
- 3 medium, cubed potatoes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat beef chuck dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a heavy Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add beef in a single layer and sear for 4 minutes per side until deeply browned, then remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Add diced yellow onion to the pot and sauté for 3 minutes until softened. Stir in chopped carrots and cook for 2 minutes. Return seared beef to the pot.
- Step 3: Pour in 4 cups beef broth, add 1 teaspoon dried thyme, and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 2 hours, adding cubed potatoes during the last 30 minutes of cooking until all vegetables are fork-tender and flavors are melded.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Miller's Hearty Beef and Root Vegetable Stew take to make?
Total time is about 165 minutes (25 min prep + 140 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 Miller's Hearty Beef and Root Vegetable 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 pounds beef chuck roast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miller's Hearty Beef and Root Vegetable 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 Miller's Hearty Beef and Root Vegetable 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 Miller's Hearty Beef and Root Vegetable Stew?
American 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
- ★★★★★
A keeper! Simple ingredients, big flavor. Made it for my kids and they couldn't get enough.
- ★★★★★
Easy one-pot meal that turned out great. My husband even asked for seconds!
- ★★★★★
Perfect for cold weather. The root vegetables were delicious and the beef was tender.
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