Savory Slow-Cooked Beef Stew with Thyme, Baby Potatoes & Caramelized Veggies
Savory Slow-Cooked Beef Stew with Thyme, Baby Potatoes & Caramelized Veggies is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth to any table. This hearty dish features tender chunks of beef, perfectly cooked baby potatoes, and a medley of caramelized vegetables, all simmered to perfection with aromatic herbs. The slow-cooking process melds the flavors beautifully, resulting in a rich and satisfying meal that is ideal for family dinners or gatherings. With minimal prep and the option to customize with your favorite vegetables, this stew is as versatile as it is delicious. Enjoy it with crusty bread or over rice for an unforgettable dining experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into large cubes
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping vegetables and cutting beef into cubes.
- Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef chunks in batches and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until soft, then add carrots and baby potatoes, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
- Return the browned beef to the pot along with tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, thyme, rosemary, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and reduce heat to low; let simmer for at least 6 hours or until the beef is tender.
- Taste for seasoning adjustments before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg