Classic Beef Casserole
A hearty and flavorful beef casserole, perfect for a comforting weeknight meal. This recipe combines tender beef with vegetables in a rich sauce, topped with a golden crust.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds beef chuck cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 medium carrots chopped
- 2 stalks celery chopped
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes on all sides. Remove beef and set aside.1.5 pounds beef chuck
- Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.1.5 pounds beef chuck
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.1.5 pounds beef chuck
- Gradually whisk in the beef broth until smooth. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.1.5 pounds beef chuck
- Return the browned beef to the pot. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper.1.5 pounds beef chuck
- Cover and transfer to the preheated oven. Bake for 1 hour, or until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve hot with mashed potatoes or crusty bread. This casserole can also be made ahead of time and reheated.