Beef Stew
This beef stew is the kind of meal that simmers on the stove and makes the whole house feel warm before you even take a bite. Tender beef, soft potatoes, and that rich, savory broth, it’s simple, comforting, and always hits.
Table of Contents
Ingredients
2 lbs chuck beef
2 tbsp sofrito
2 sazon packets
1 tsp garlic powder
Dash of cumin
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
A little oil (about 2 tbsp)
1 yellow onion, diced
2 bay leaves
2 small potatoes, peeled and diced
2–3 carrots, peeled and sliced
Water (enough to cover beef, plus 1 additional cup)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Season the beef
In a large bowl, combine the chuck beef with sofrito, sazon packets, garlic powder, cumin, Worcestershire sauce, oil, diced onion, and bay leaves. Toss well to combine and allow it to marinate.
Prep the vegetables
Peel and dice the potatoes. Slice the carrots. Set aside.
Start the stew
In a large pot over medium-high heat, add the marinated beef. Pour in enough water to fully cover the meat. Cover with a lid and cook for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Add vegetables
After 1 hour and 15 minutes, add the potatoes and carrots to the pot. Stir to combine. Add 1 additional cup of water.
Finish cooking
Raise the heat to medium-high and cook for another 30 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the beef is fork-tender.
Serve
Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes from My Kitchen
This is pure comfort food — simple, hearty, and deeply flavorful.
Letting the beef cook covered first ensures it becomes tender before adding the vegetables.
Perfect for cooler nights and even better the next day.
