Serious Slow-Cooked Beef & Root Vegetable Stew

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A deeply flavorful stew that simmers for hours, transforming tough cuts of beef into melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, a testament to patience and care. This american-inspired beef ready in about 180 minutes pairs Beef chuck, All-purpose flour, Salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

★ 3.4 (12 ratings) Prep: 30 min Cook: 150 min Serves 6 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 2 lbs beef chuck cubes dry; season with 3 tbsp all-purpose flour, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden; remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot; cook for 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen flavor, then add 4 cups beef broth, 1 tsp thyme, and 2 bay leaves.
  5. Step 5: Return beef to pot, bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 2 hours.
  6. Step 6: Add diced potatoes and cook for 30 minutes until tender. Discard bay leaves, stir in 2 tbsp chopped parsley, and serve.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Serious Slow-Cooked Beef & Root Vegetable Stew take to make?

Total time is about 180 minutes (30 min prep + 150 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 Serious Slow-Cooked Beef & 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 beef chuck from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Serious Slow-Cooked Beef & 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 Serious Slow-Cooked Beef & 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 Serious Slow-Cooked Beef & Root Vegetable Stew?

American beef 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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