Hearty Beef Stew with Root Vegetables
Hearty Beef Stew with Root Vegetables is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings and family gatherings. This delightful stew combines tender beef chuck with an array of nutritious root vegetables, creating a meal that’s both satisfying and wholesome. The rich flavors meld together during a slow simmer, resulting in a warming dish that’s perfect for sharing. Enjoy this flavorful stew as a centerpiece for your dinner table or as leftovers, which taste even better the next day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 large carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 parsnips, peeled and sliced
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes in batches and sear until browned on all sides. Remove from pot.
- In the same pot, sauté the chopped onions and minced garlic for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in the sliced carrots and parsnips; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Return the browned beef to the pot along with accumulated juices. Mix well.
- Cover and reduce heat to low; let it simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg