Description
This Autumn Harvest Beef Stew is the ultimate cozy comfort food. Packed with tender beef, root vegetables, and a rich broth, it’s perfect for crisp fall evenings or hearty winter meals. The depth of flavor comes from red wine, herbs, and a long, slow simmer that brings everything together beautifully.
Ingredients
2 lbs chuck roast, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
2 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup red wine (optional)
4 cups beef broth
2 large carrots, sliced
2 parsnips, peeled and chopped
2 cups butternut squash, cubed
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried
1 bay leaf
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tbsp flour (optional, for thickening)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Working in batches, sear the beef on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
2. In the same pot, add more oil if needed. Sauté the onions until translucent, then stir in garlic and tomato paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Deglaze with red wine, scraping up the browned bits. Let it reduce slightly, then add beef, broth, thyme, and bay leaf.
4. Bring to a simmer, then add carrots, parsnips, celery, and butternut squash. Cover and simmer on low for 1.5 to 2 hours, until beef is tender.
5. For thicker stew, stir in flour mixed with broth and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
6. Remove bay leaf and thyme sprigs. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Use chuck roast for the best texture and flavor.
Letting it sit overnight enhances the flavors even more.
Freezes well in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Stew
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Autumn, Beef, Stew, Comfort Food, Fall Dinner