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Autumn Harvest Beef Stew

Autumn Harvest Beef Stew
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Autumn Harvest Beef Stew is the kind of comforting, slow-simmered meal that fills your kitchen with warmth and rich aromas. Made with beef chuck, root vegetables, and fragrant herbs, this stew is perfect for cool fall evenings, family dinners, or make-ahead meals. It’s simple to prepare, deeply flavorful, and even better the next day.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 large onion, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 4 cups beef broth

  • 2 cups carrots, sliced

  • 2 cups potatoes, diced

  • 1 cup parsnips, diced

  • 1 cup celery, diced

  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste

  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme

  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary

  • 1 bay leaf

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes in batches and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.

  • Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, add the onion and garlic. Cook for 3–4 minutes until soft and fragrant.

  • Add Tomato Paste: Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.

  • Deglaze: Pour in a small splash of beef broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to release browned bits.

  • Return Beef: Add the browned beef back to the pot along with the remaining beef broth.

  • Add Vegetables: Stir in carrots, potatoes, parsnips, and celery.

  • Season: Add thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.

  • Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 2 hours, until the beef is tender.

  • Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Remove the bay leaf.

  • Garnish & Serve: Serve hot, topped with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Choose the right cut: Beef chuck is ideal because it becomes tender and flavorful with slow cooking.

  • Don’t rush the browning: Properly browning the beef adds depth and richness to the stew.

  • Low and slow: Gentle simmering ensures tender meat and well-developed flavors.

  • Make it ahead: This stew tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.

  • Thicker stew option: Mash a few potatoes into the broth near the end for a naturally thicker texture.

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