Homemade Beef Stew

Made with 🖤 by: Johnnie

Here's a stovetop homemade beef stew recipe. It's perfect on its own or served over biscuits. Swap the beef for lamb, and you've got a classic Irish stew! For a thicker consistency, add more cornstarch or simmer uncovered for the last 15-20 minutes. The longer it cooks, the richer the flavor. Feel free to adjust the herbs to suit your preference.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
4 cubes beef bouillon, crumbled
4 cups water
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons cold water

Directions

Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook until browned.
Dissolve bouillon in 4 cups of water, then add to the pot along with rosemary, parsley, and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1 hour. Add potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion.
Dissolve cornstarch in cold water and stir into the stew. Cover and simmer until the beef is tender, approximately 1 hour.

A delicious pot of homemade beef stew ready to serve

Serve the stew hot and enjoy its rich, comforting flavors. Perfect for a hearty meal, this dish only gets better with time. Feel free to customize with your favorite herbs and vegetables. Enjoy!