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Hearty Beef Stew with Pasta

Hearty Beef Stew with Pasta

Hearty Beef Stew with Pasta is a comforting and soul-warming one-pot meal featuring tender chunks of slow-simmered beef, savory vegetables, and perfectly cooked pasta. This flavorful stew delivers rich, layered tastes with fresh herbs and a luscious broth, making it an ideal cozy dinner for the whole family or a crowd.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Meat and Protein

  • 1.5 to 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into chunks

Vegetables

  • 2 large carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids and Broth

  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup red wine (optional)
  • 4 cups beef broth

Herbs and Seasonings

  • 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano (or 1 tbsp fresh)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1–2 tbsp olive oil

Pasta

  • 8 oz egg noodles or pasta of choice

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Pat the beef chunks dry, then brown them on all sides in batches to ensure even caramelization. Set browned beef aside.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add diced onions, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened and lightly golden, stirring frequently. Add minced garlic and cook for about one minute until fragrant.
  3. Build the Stew Base: Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen flavor. Pour in red wine, scraping the pot bottom to deglaze and lift browned bits. Once reduced slightly, add beef broth, herbs, and browned beef back to the pot.
  4. Simmer the Stew: Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is fork-tender and flavors meld.
  5. Cook the Pasta: About 10 minutes before serving, add pasta directly into the stew. Cook until tender but still firm, allowing noodles to soak up the broth.
  6. Final Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove bay leaves and herb stems before serving.

Notes

  • Brown meat well: Take your time to develop deep flavor; don’t overcrowd the pan.
  • Low and slow simmering: Ensures tender beef and rich broth without evaporating too much liquid.
  • Add pasta late: Prevents mushy noodles by cooking just before serving.
  • Use fresh herbs if possible: Brightens flavor and aroma.
  • Let stew rest: Allow 10 minutes off heat for thickening and melding flavors.
  • Variations: Swap beef cuts or pasta types, use vegetable broth and mushrooms for vegetarian option, add root vegetables, or spice it with smoked paprika or red pepper flakes.
  • Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days or freeze in portions for up to 3 months.
  • Reheating: Gently heat on stove adding broth or water if too thick.
  • Slow cooker option: Brown beef and sauté veggies first, then transfer to slow cooker. Add pasta near end.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg

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