Description
Cold nights call for a bowl of something soul-warming, and this Beef Stew in Bread Bowls is exactly that. Loaded with tender beef chunks, baby potatoes, and sweet carrots, all simmered in a rich, savory broth, it’s the definition of comfort food. Nestled inside a crusty bread bowl, every spoonful is hearty and deeply flavorful—perfect for easy dinners, fall gatherings, or cozy food ideas when you’re craving something satisfying. Whether you’re looking for an easy recipe or a new twist on classic stew, this dish delivers comfort with every bite. It’s the ultimate easy dinner with a presentation that wows.
Ingredients
2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups beef broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
4 carrots, peeled and sliced
1.5 pounds baby potatoes
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
4 crusty bread boules
2 tablespoons chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Cut beef into bite-sized cubes and season with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear the beef in batches until browned. Remove and set aside.
3. Add onion, garlic, and celery to the same pot. Sauté until soft and fragrant.
4. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Sprinkle flour over and stir to coat.
5. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up any browned bits.
6. Return beef to the pot. Add carrots, potatoes, thyme, and bay leaf.
7. Bring to a boil, then lower to a simmer. Cover and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, until beef is tender.
8. Preheat oven to 350°F. Hollow out bread boules and toast for 10 minutes.
9. Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Ladle stew into bread bowls.
10. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Toasting the bread bowl helps prevent it from getting soggy too quickly.
For a deeper flavor, add a splash of red wine while deglazing the pan.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bread bowl with stew
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 95mg