Dinner · Everyday

Simple Beef Stew

Slow-cooked beef and vegetables in a rich gravy.

Prep20 min
Cook120 min
Total140 min
Serves6

Ingredients

Serves6

Metric and US measurements are approximate conversions; ingredient densities vary. Double-check temperatures and cooking times when changing portions.

Method

1

Heat oven to 160°C (140°C fan). Brown beef in batches in an ovenproof casserole; remove.

2

Cook onions, carrots and celery for 7 minutes; add tomato purée and flour.

3

Return beef and slowly add stock, stirring. Bring to a simmer.

4

Cover and cook in the oven for 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours until beef is tender.

5

Taste, season and serve with mash.

Food safety: ensure poultry is fully cooked, handle raw meat separately, and check packaging for allergens. Times are estimates and ovens vary.