Beef Stew Checklist: Easy Recipe & Prep Guide

Conquer the kitchen and create a hearty, delicious beef stew with our easy-to-follow checklist! This comprehensive guide ensures you have all the ingredients and steps for a perfect, fork-tender stew every time. Get ready to impress with this classic comfort food!

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Main Protein

Beef chuck roast (2-3 lbs), cut into 1-inch cubes

All-purpose flour for dredging

Kosher salt and cracked black pepper

Vegetable oil or butter for searing

Vegetables

Yellow onions (2), chopped into large pieces

Large carrots (3-4), peeled and sliced into thick rounds

Celery stalks (2-3), chopped

Garlic cloves (4), minced

Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, cubed

Frozen peas (to be added at the end)

Liquids & Aromatics

Beef stock or broth (4-6 cups)

Dry red wine (Cabernet or Merlot) for deglazing

Tomato paste (2 tbsp) for richness

Worcestershire sauce (1 tbsp)

Fresh or dried thyme and rosemary

Dried bay leaves (2)

Prep & Cooking Steps

Pat beef dry with paper towels to ensure a better sear

Sear beef in batches to avoid crowding the pan

Deglaze the pot to scrape up the flavorful brown bits (fond)

Simmer low and slow for 2-3 hours until meat is fork-tender