beef stew with tomatoes

How to Make Hearty Beef and Tomato Stew

Beef and tomato stew is a comforting, one-pot dish perfect for chilly days. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to guide you.

Start by gathering ingredients: 500g beef chuck (cut into 1.5-inch cubes), 4 large tomatoes (peeled and chopped), 1 onion (diced), 3 garlic cloves (minced), 2 carrots (sliced), 2 celery stalks (chopped), 1 cup beef broth, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 bay leaf, salt, and pepper.

First, season the beef with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef on all sides (about 5-7 minutes), then remove and set aside. In the same pot, sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and celery until soft (5 minutes). Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.

Return the beef to the pot, add chopped tomatoes, beef broth, thyme, and the bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5–2 hours, or until the beef is tender. Stir occasionally. Once done, discard the bay leaf, adjust seasoning, and serve hot with crusty bread or rice.

This stew’s rich flavors deepen with time, so it’s even tastier the next day! Enjoy your homemade beef and tomato stew.