The Best Beef Stew
Learn How to Make Beef Stew the right way! With tender beef tenderloin, vegetables and an unbelievably rich and savory sauce flavored with spices, herbs and sensational essences.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 461kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 lbs beef tenderloin pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 3 slices bacon cut into pieces
- 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 3 1/2 cups beef stock
- 1 cup red wine
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 medium potatoes chopped
- 1 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- 3 thyme sprigs
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Add oil to large pot over medium high heat. Next unwrap two packages of beef and add to hot pan. Liberally season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Once beef is finished searing, remove from pan and place to the side.
- Next add chopped onion and bacon to pan and brown.
- Add garlic and only cook for 30 seconds.
- Sprinkle in flour and stir together and cook for 2 minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste then pour in beef stock, red wine and balsamic vinegar.
- Next add potatoes, carrots and thyme sprigs and add back in beef and season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling turn stew down to medium low, cover and continue to cook until thickened and ready for about 1 1/2 hours. Let rest for at last 15 minutes before serving up.
Notes
Though it is tempting to speed up the cooking process, don't do it! Really allow the beef to tenderize and the sauce to develop incredible flavors while thickening. This also tastes even better the next day.
Try to skim off any fat that develops on the top of the stew. Just use a spoon and remove.
How to Store Beef Stew
- Fridge: Let it cool completely, then place the stew in a sealing container or cover it tightly and pop it in the fridge. It will last 3-5 days.
- Freezer: Pour it into a freezer bag or a plastic container that seals well and write the date on the front. It should last up to 3 months.
- Reheating: In a microwave, place your pre-portioned stew in a microwave-safe dish with a lid and reheat for 3 minutes. Stir the stew every 60 seconds. For stovetop, in a small saucepan, simmer the stew over a low heat for 15-20 minutes. Stir often and be sure not to overcook. You may need to add some broth or water to allow appropriate moisture for your stew.
Nutrition
Calories: 461kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 353mg | Potassium: 717mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 4060IU | Vitamin C: 3.6mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 3.5mg