Description
Witch’s Cauldron Beef Stew is a heartwarming dish that brings the comfort of home to your table. This hearty stew features tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and a rich broth simmered to perfection. Perfect for crisp autumn evenings, it fills your kitchen with an inviting aroma that draws loved ones together. Ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this stew is easy to prepare and even better as leftovers. Dive into the magic of culinary delight with each spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the vegetables.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Brown the beef cubes on all sides for about 4-5 minutes.
- Remove the beef and sauté onions in the same pot until translucent (about 3 minutes). Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato paste, then add broth, carrots, potatoes, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Return the browned beef to the pot.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer gently for about 2 hours or until beef is fork-tender.
- Remove bay leaves before serving and enjoy with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg