Description

Warm your soul and fill your home with cozy aromas with this Hearty Beef & Mushroom Stew — a deeply comforting dish made with fork-tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and a rich, savory broth. This easy dinner recipe is perfect for cold nights or when you need a delicious one-pot meal that feeds a crowd. With classic ingredients and robust flavor, it’s one of those food ideas you’ll return to over and over again. Whether you’re looking for dinner ideas, a freezer-friendly prep, or a satisfying meal to impress guests, this stew checks every box. It’s a must-add to your easy recipe collection.

Ingredients

900g beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes

450g cremini mushrooms, halved

3 carrots, peeled and chopped

2 stalks celery, diced

1 large onion, chopped

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons tomato paste

4 cups beef broth

1 cup red wine

2 bay leaves

3 sprigs fresh thyme

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 tablespoons butter

1.5 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Pat the beef dry, season it with salt and pepper, and sear it in olive oil and butter in a large Dutch oven until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.

2. In the same pot, add onions, carrots, celery, and mushrooms. Sauté until softened and lightly browned, scraping up bits from the bottom.

3. Stir in tomato paste and garlic; cook for 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly caramelized.

4. Pour in the red wine, deglaze the pot, and let simmer for 3–4 minutes to reduce slightly.

5. Return beef to the pot, add broth, bay leaves, and thyme. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 2 to 2.5 hours until beef is tender.

6. Discard bay leaves, adjust seasoning, and let the stew rest 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For added depth, try including a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a few dried porcini mushrooms.

This stew thickens as it cools — feel free to add a bit more broth when reheating.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop Simmer
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 460
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: beef stew, mushroom stew, cozy dinner, easy recipe, one pot meal