Description

Rich, savory, and incredibly comforting, this Meltingly Tender Beef recipe is the perfect easy dinner for cozy nights and family gatherings. Slow-cooked beef cubes simmer in a flavorful gravy until they become fork-tender and irresistibly juicy. Served over creamy mashed potatoes, this hearty comfort food delivers restaurant-quality flavor using simple ingredients and classic cooking techniques. This easy recipe is ideal for dinner ideas, meal prep, Sunday suppers, and comforting homemade food ideas. Whether you need a satisfying family meal, a hearty cold-weather dinner, or a classic beef recipe packed with flavor, this dish guarantees tender beef and rich gravy in every bite.

Ingredients

2 ½ pounds beef chuck roast cut into 1½-inch cubes

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon butter

1 medium yellow onion finely diced

4 cloves garlic minced

2 tablespoons tomato paste

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

3 cups beef broth

1 cup red wine or extra beef broth

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

2 bay leaves

1 teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon garlic powder

1 cup sliced mushrooms optional

3 carrots chopped optional

2 celery stalks diced optional

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 tablespoons water

Fresh parsley for garnish

Mashed potatoes for serving

Instructions

1. Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels and season with salt pepper smoked paprika onion powder and garlic powder

2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat

3. Sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides then transfer to a plate

4. Add diced onion to the pot and cook until softened then stir in garlic

5. Mix in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute

6. Sprinkle flour over the onion mixture and stir continuously

7. Pour in the red wine while scraping the bottom of the pot

8. Add beef broth Worcestershire sauce soy sauce thyme rosemary and bay leaves

9. Return the beef to the pot along with any juices

10. Cover and simmer on low heat for 2½ to 3 hours until fork-tender

11. Add mushrooms carrots and celery during the final 45 minutes if desired

12. Mix cornstarch and water then stir into the gravy if thicker sauce is preferred

13. Simmer uncovered until the gravy thickens

14. Serve hot over mashed potatoes and garnish with parsley

Notes

Searing the beef properly creates a rich depth of flavor and improves the final texture of the dish.

Low and slow cooking is the key to achieving perfectly tender beef that melts apart easily.

For even richer flavor prepare the dish a day ahead and reheat gently before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooked / Braised
Cuisine: American Comfort Food

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 520
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 125mg

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