For a richer flavor, use beef broth instead of water. Add a splash of red wine during the simmering process for added depth. Adjust the amount of salt and pepper to your taste. Serve with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
A comforting and hearty beef stew, simmered to perfection with tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and a rich, savory broth. Perfect for a chilly evening!
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat; sear beef until browned on all sides (approximately 5 minutes). Transfer beef and oil to a large pot.
Add carrots, water, celery, onion, Worcestershire sauce, salt, sugar, bay leaves, black pepper, paprika, garlic, and allspice to the pot; stir to combine.
Cover pot; simmer over low heat for 1 1/2 hours.
Add potatoes, cover pot, and simmer until potatoes are tender (approximately 40 minutes more).
For a richer flavor, use beef broth instead of water. Add a splash of red wine during the simmering process for added depth. Adjust the amount of salt and pepper to your taste. Serve with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
Carolina Collierwunsch
May 29, 2025I made this in my slow cooker and it turned out great. I just browned the beef first and then put everything in the slow cooker on low for 8 hours.
Rosina Ziemann
May 25, 2025Amazing recipe! Thank you for sharing!
Marge Smith
May 20, 2025This is the best beef stew recipe I've ever tried! The beef was so tender, and the flavor was incredible.
Litzy Macgyver
May 10, 2025Delicious! Easy to follow instructions and a very rewarding meal.
Garnett Quigley
Mar 14, 2025I added a cup of red wine and it made a huge difference! So flavorful.
Giovanna Klocko
Jan 30, 2025My family loved this stew! It's definitely going into our regular rotation.
Green Hahn
Dec 10, 2024The allspice is a secret weapon! It adds such a warm and comforting flavor.
Gordon Herzog
Mar 7, 2024I didn't have russet potatoes, so I used Yukon Golds. It worked perfectly!