True Genuineness Beef Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-08 · Updated 2026-04-08

A meticulously crafted stew using only unadulterated ingredients and slow-simmered to perfection, honoring culinary authenticity. This British-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 110 minutes, pairs stew beef, all-purpose flour, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 stew beef
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 2 carrots
• 2 stalks celery
• 3 cloves garlic
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 cup frozen peas

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut 1.5 lbs stew beef into 1-inch cubes and pat dry. Mix 2 tbsp flour, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper in a bowl. Coat beef evenly, shaking off excess.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear beef in batches for 3 minutes per side until deeply browned, transferring to a plate as you go.
3. Step 3: Add diced onion, 2 peeled carrots (sliced 1/2-inch thick), and 2 diced celery stalks to the pot. Cook for 8 minutes until softened. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Return beef to pot, add 4 cups beef broth, 1 cup diced tomatoes, 2 bay leaves, and 1 tsp dried thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer.
5. Step 5: Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 90 minutes until beef is fork-tender. Stir in 1/2 cup frozen peas and cook uncovered for 5 minutes until peas are bright green and heated through. Discard bay leaves before serving.