Hearty Vegetable Beef Stew
This Hearty Vegetable Beef Stew is a comforting and delicious blend of tender beef, barley, and a mixed medley of vegetables simmered to perfection in a savory broth.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs stew beef, cubed cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 large yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups beef broth preferably low-sodium
- 2 cups carrots sliced
- 2 cups potatoes cubed
- 1.5 cups barley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes, seasoning with salt and pepper, and brown on all sides.
- Remove beef and add onions and garlic to the pot. Sauté until onion is translucent.
- Return the beef to the pot, add the beef broth, and bring to a simmer.
- Add carrots, potatoes, barley, and tomatoes. Cover and let simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Add frozen corn and peas, simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot.
Notes
This stew is perfect for freezing. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Reheat gently before serving.