{"id":12916,"date":"2024-06-28T20:11:44","date_gmt":"2024-06-28T20:11:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/used82.com\/?p=12916"},"modified":"2024-06-28T20:11:44","modified_gmt":"2024-06-28T20:11:44","slug":"beef-stew-with-carrots-potatoes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/used82.com\/?p=12916","title":{"rendered":"Beef Stew with Carrots &#038; Potatoes"},"content":{"rendered":"<article id=\"post-12186\" class=\"post-12186 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-uncategorized\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<div id=\"primary\" class=\"content-area\"><main id=\"main\" class=\"site-main\"><\/p>\n<article id=\"post-57422\" class=\"post-57422 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-blog\">\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p><strong>Overview<\/strong>\u00a0This classic French beef stew is renowned for its ability to provide ultimate comfort during chilly weather. The meat simmers slowly in a rich wine sauce, becoming tender and flavorful over a few hours in the oven.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"firstimage aligncenter\"><span class=\"firstimage-a\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-57523\" src=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-with-carrots-potatoes-760x528-7.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-with-carrots-potatoes-760x528-7.jpg 760w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-with-carrots-potatoes-760x528-7-300x208.jpg 300w\" alt=\"Spoon in a bowl of beef stew with carrots and potatoes.\" width=\"760\" height=\"528\" \/><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"overlays\">\n<p><strong>Recipe Details<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>With over 4,000 5-star reviews, this stew is the most popular on my website. It features chunks of well-marbled beef seared to perfection, then braised with garlic and onions in a wine-based broth. The slow cooking process ensures the meat is tender and the sauce deeply flavorful.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-57524\" src=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-1-6.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-1-6.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-1-6-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-1-6-768x516.jpg 768w\" alt=\"Stew ingredients including carrots, tomato paste, and beef broth.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"672\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Preparation Tips<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Start with a well-marbled chuck roast for optimal tenderness. Avoid lean \u201cstew meat\u201d as it won\u2019t tenderize well.<\/p>\n<p>Choose any dry red wine like Pinot Noir or Merlot for the sauce. It should be affordable yet decent in quality.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-57526\" src=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-2-6.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-2-6.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-2-6-300x208.jpg 300w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-2-6-768x533.jpg 768w\" alt=\"caroline.r.baines@gmail.com\" width=\"1000\" height=\"694\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Cooking Steps<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Prepping the Meat<\/strong>: Trim excess fat from the chuck roast and season generously with salt and pepper.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-57528\" src=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-3-6.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-3-6.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-3-6-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-3-6-768x499.jpg 768w\" alt=\"Knife cutting beef on a cutting board.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"650\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Searing the Meat<\/strong>: Brown the meat in batches in a Dutch oven to enhance flavor. Don\u2019t overcrowd the pan for proper searing.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-57530\" src=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-4-6.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-4-6.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-4-6-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-4-6-768x502.jpg 768w\" alt=\"Seasoned beef on a cutting board.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"654\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Adding Flavor<\/strong>: Saute onions, garlic, and balsamic vinegar to deglaze the pan and add depth to the stew.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<p><\/main><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-57532\" src=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-5-6.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-5-6.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-5-6-300x203.jpg 300w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-5-6-768x518.jpg 768w\" alt=\"Pieces of beef in a Dutch oven.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"675\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Building the Base<\/strong>: Incorporate tomato paste and flour to thicken the sauce, then pour in wine, broth, water, thyme, bay leaves, and sugar.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-57533\" src=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-30-6.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-30-6.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-30-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-30-6-768x511.jpg 768w\" alt=\"This step is a bit time-consuming\u00a0 but browning the meat adds depth and dimension to the stew.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Slow Cooking<\/strong>: Cover and braise in the oven for 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-57535\" src=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-7-6.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-7-6.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-7-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-7-6-768x511.jpg 768w\" alt=\"Onions cooking in a Dutch oven.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Final Touches<\/strong>: Add carrots and potatoes, then return to the oven for an additional hour until everything is tender and the sauce is thickened.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-57536\" src=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-8-6.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-8-6.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-8-6-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-8-6-768x503.jpg 768w\" alt=\"Tomato paste in a Dutch oven with onions.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"655\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Customizing Your Stew<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Feel free to customize the recipe to your taste. You can skip potatoes and serve over buttered noodles, or add peas or saut\u00e9ed mushrooms for extra flavor.<\/p>\n<p>This hearty beef stew is perfect for warming up on cold nights, offering soul-satisfying comfort in every bowl.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-57537\" src=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-9-6.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-9-6.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-9-6-300x206.jpg 300w, https:\/\/positivitybuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/beef-stew-9-6-768x528.jpg 768w\" alt=\"Flour in a Dutch oven with beef.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"687\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Overview\u00a0This classic French beef stew is renowned for its ability to provide ultimate comfort during&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_uf_show_specific_survey":0,"_uf_disable_surveys":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-12916","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"aioseo_notices":[],"views":131,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/used82.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12916","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/used82.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/used82.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/used82.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/used82.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=12916"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/used82.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12916\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/used82.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=12916"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/used82.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=12916"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/used82.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=12916"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}