Great for Home or the Outdoors
Dutch Oven Beef Stew is a great meal to make, whether you’re cooking in your kitchen or outside. It’s warm, filling, and full of flavor. The beef is soft and juicy, the vegetables are hearty, and the taste brings it all together. It’s a perfect choice for a simple dinner or a meal on a cool day outside.
Simple to Make, Easy to Love
What I love most about the Dutch oven beef stew is that you don’t need to be an expert to make this dish. The steps are clear and easy to follow, so anyone can give it a try. With just a few ingredients, you can make something that feels special but doesn’t take much time or work. Therefore, this Dutch Oven Beef Stew recipe can work for busy weeknights or relaxed weekends.
Mix It Up Your Way
One of the best parts about this recipe is how flexible it is. You can swap ingredients to match what you already have. No carrots? Try another vegetable. Like more spices? Go ahead and add them. No matter how you change it, Dutch Oven Beef Stew still turns out delicious.
Here’s how you can make it.
Classic Dutch Oven Beef Stew
This beef stew features chunks of beef simmered with carrots, potatoes, and onions in a savory broth. The cooking process takes about 2 hours, and it serves 6 people, making it great for family meals or camping gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 medium carrots, sliced
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 bay leaves
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes in batches, browning on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the browned beef to the pot. Add carrots, potatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- Serve: Remove bay leaves before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy hot with crusty bread.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 servings
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 25g