Homemade Beef Stew Soup: A Bowl Full of Comfort

Million DollHer Club
Jul 23
3 min read

There’s something special about a pot of homemade beef stew slowly simmering on the stove. The rich aroma fills the kitchen, the beef becomes tender and flavorful, and every spoonful feels like a warm hug on a cozy day.

This hearty beef stew is made with tender beef, potatoes, sweet carrots, savory beef broth, and pasta. Add a little Scotch bonnet pepper for a spicy kick, or leave it out for a milder, family-friendly version. Serve it with a slice of warm, crusty bread, and you have the perfect comforting homemade dinner.

🥘 What You'll Need

Beef stew meat
Potatoes, peeled and diced
Carrots, sliced
Beef broth
Pasta of your choice
Scotch bonnet pepper, optional
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Paprika
Garlic & Herb seasoning, optional
Brazilian Steakhouse seasoning, optional
Your favorite additional seasonings
Warm, crusty bread, for serving

👩🏽‍🍳 How to Make Homemade Beef Stew

1. Brown the Beef

Begin by heating a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add your beef stew meat and brown it on all sides until nicely seared. This helps create a rich, flavorful base for your stew.

2. Add the Broth and Simmer

Pour in enough beef broth to cover the beef. Season with your favorite seasonings, including salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and Garlic & Herb or Brazilian Steakhouse seasoning.

Bring the broth to a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and allow the beef to cook slowly until it becomes tender and flavorful, about 4–6 hours, or longer if needed. Check occasionally and add more broth or water if necessary.

3. Add the Vegetables

Once the beef is tender, add your diced potatoes and sliced carrots. If you like a little heat, add a Scotch bonnet pepper or your favorite type of pepper.

Continue cooking until the potatoes and carrots are fork-tender and the flavors have come together.

4. Prepare the Pasta

While the stew is cooking, prepare your favorite pasta according to the package directions. You can cook it separately and add it to each bowl when serving, or add the pasta directly to the stew near the end of cooking.

Tip: Cooking the pasta separately can help prevent it from becoming too soft, especially if you plan to enjoy leftovers.

5. Taste, Season, and Serve

Taste your stew and adjust the seasonings to your liking. Ladle the hot stew into bowls, add your pasta, and serve with warm, crusty bread for dipping.

Then sit back, relax, and enjoy a bowl of homemade comfort. 🤎

🌶️ Make It Your Own

This recipe is easy to customize. Want it spicy? Add Scotch bonnet pepper or your favorite chili pepper. Prefer a classic, mild stew? Simply leave out the pepper. You can also add other vegetables you love, such as celery, peas, or onions.

The best part of homemade cooking is making it your own.