Stovetop beef stew
This easy stovetop beef stew without wine is packed with flavor, easy to make, and the perfect comfort food for fall. Pour it over mashed potatoes, or pair the stew with green beans and rice to complete your meal!
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 546kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil
- 2 lbs beef for stew
- 2-3 tablespoons flour
- 2 large onions roughly chopped
- 4 cups beef stock
- 2 bay leaves
- 4 cloves
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Pat dry the beef and cover it with flour.
- Let the butter melt in a Dutch oven and sear the meat on both sides.
- Take the beef out of the pan and set aside.
- Add the onions to the hot butter and cook them until soft and translucent.
- Add the vinegar, beef stock, cloves, nutmeg, and bay leaves.
- Cook for a few minutes, and make sure to scrape the bottom!
- Place the meat in the stock and bring it to a boil.
- Turn down the heat and let it simmer for at least 2.5-4 hours, or until your beef is tender and the sauce has the right consistency. Don't let it boil!
- If your sauce is too thin, you can add a little cornstarch until it reaches the desired thickness.
Nutrition
Calories: 546kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 141mg | Sodium: 773mg | Potassium: 914mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 144IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 4mg