Flavorful Cozy Beef Stew Recipes to Warm You Up This Winter

We love making Beef Stews for the winter season as we find them to be the perfect dish to cozy up with during those chilly months. These hearty meals combine tender beef, rich flavors, and a medley of vegetables to create a bowl of pure comfort. Easy to make and even better when shared, they’re ideal for family dinners or a quiet night in.

Spicy Chipotle Beef Stew

This Spicy Chipotle Beef Stew is perfect for those chilly winter nights. The rich flavors of tender beef, smoky chipotle, and hearty vegetables come together to warm you from the inside out. You can serve it with crusty bread which you can find some of our delicious Home Made Bread Recipes.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 potatoes, diced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the beef cubes and brown on all sides.
2. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until softened. Stir in the chipotle peppers and diced tomatoes.
3. Pour in the beef broth and add the carrots, potatoes, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the beef is tender.
4. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, alongside crusty bread.

Hearty Beef and Vegetable Stew

Nothing warms you up like a hearty beef and vegetable stew on a chilly winter day. Tender chunks of beef simmer with fresh vegetables, creating a comforting dish that feels like a big hug in a bowl. Serve it with crusty bread, and you’ve got a meal that’s perfect for sharing with loved ones.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 4 cups beef broth
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 3 potatoes, diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. Brown the Beef: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Add Vegetables: Stir in the onion and garlic, cooking until softened. Then add carrots, potatoes, and green beans.
3. Simmer: Pour in the beef broth and add tomato paste, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, until the beef is tender.
4. Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Ladle the stew into bowls and enjoy!

Savory Guinness Beef Stew

Guinness beef stew is the perfect dish to warm you up on a chilly winter evening. The rich flavors of the stout blend beautifully with tender beef and hearty vegetables, creating a meal that feels like a cozy hug. Serve it with some creamy mashed potatoes for a comforting dinner that everyone will love!

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 can (14.9 oz) Guinness stout
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Brown the Beef: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add onions, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
3. Add Liquids: Return the beef to the pot. Pour in the beef broth and Guinness, then stir in tomato paste, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
4. Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
5. Serve: Remove bay leaves, garnish with parsley, and enjoy your hearty stew!

Slow Cooked Beef and Barley Stew

Warm up your winter evenings with a hearty beef and barley stew. This dish is packed with tender beef, wholesome barley, and a medley of vegetables, making it a perfect comfort food. Let it simmer all day, and you’ll be rewarded with a rich, flavorful stew that fills your home with delightful aromas.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 cup pearl barley
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 cups carrots, sliced
• 1 cup celery, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Brown the Beef: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and brown on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.
2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add Ingredients: Stir in the tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, and barley. Return the beef to the pot and pour in the beef broth. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Slow Cook: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender and the barley is cooked.
5. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy your warm, comforting stew!

Classic French Beef Bourguignon

Beef Bourguignon is a classic French dish that warms you up from the inside out. This hearty stew features tender beef simmered in red wine, along with mushrooms, onions, and carrots, creating a rich and comforting meal. Perfect for chilly evenings, it’s a dish that brings everyone together around the table.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 4 slices bacon, diced
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups red wine (preferably Burgundy)
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tablespoons flour
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.
2. Add the beef cubes to the pot and brown on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.
3. Add the onion and carrots to the pot, cooking until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
4. Return the beef and bacon to the pot. Sprinkle with flour and stir to coat.
5. Pour in the red wine and beef broth, then add tomato paste, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
6. Cover and cook on low heat for about 2 hours, until the beef is tender.
7. In the last 30 minutes, add the mushrooms. Adjust seasoning if needed.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Winter time at our home is the season for warm comforting meals and we love experimenting with Stews and also our large selection of comforting Homemade Soups.