11 Warming Beef Stew Recipes to Make this Winter
During the cozy fall and winter seasons, warming beef stew is a classic go-to comfort food. There’s nothing better than filling your house with the savory and mouth watering aromas of a beef stew on a chilly day. The great thing is, not only can beef stew be slowly simmered on a stove, it can also be made easily in a slow cooker or pressure cooker on a busy weeknight. Whether you like to enjoy it the traditional way with beef stew meat, potatoes, and vegetables, or you like to mix it up with cultural variations of Moroccan, French, Italian, Irish, or Mexican flavors, we’ve got the recipe for you.
So, this winter, try one of these 11 warming beef stew recipes that are simmered to perfection.
Looking for tips and tricks for making the perfect beef stew? Check out The Texan’s Guide to Stewing.
Provençal Beef Stew
This beef stew is so good, you’ll want to make it again and again. Enjoy a savory stew with the flavors of herbs de Provence, beef Shoulder Roast, potatoes, squash, zucchini, and olives.
Cowboy Beef Stew
Satisfy a hearty appetite with this beefy stew. This recipe with stew meat, tomatoes, and potatoes is sure to please.
Moroccan Beef and Sweet Potato Stew
Take your taste buds on a trip to Morocco with this comforting stew. The flavors of beef, sweet potatoes, couscous, raisins, and warm spices make this recipe a slow cooker favorite.
French Country Beef Stew
A simple and savory French beef stew that only requires 8 simple ingredients to make.
Mexican Beef Stew Over over Chipotle Sweet Potato Mashers
Add some spice to your table with this warming Mexican beef stew. This recipe, spiced with chipotles and served over mashed sweet potatoes, is sure to become a new favorite.
Red-Eye Beef Stew
A simple and savory beef stew with beef roast, potatoes, mushrooms, and carrots will give you all of the cozy feelings.
Autumn Beef and Cider Stew
Enjoy autumn flavors anytime of the year with this savory beef stew filled with sweet potatoes, apple cider, dried cranberries, sweet potatoes, and of course, bacon.
Italian Beef and Bean Stew
Make hearty Italian beef and bean stew with just 5 ingredients. This easy stew recipe can also be prepared in a pressure cooker or Instant Pot!
Ancho-Spiced Beef Stew
Try this spicy new twist on the classic beef stew. This beef stew with shoulder roast, spicy ancho chiles, cumin, and sweet potatoes is bursting with flavor.
North African Harissa-Braised Beef Stew
Spice up your routine with this warming beef stew filled with North African flavors.
Irish Beef and Beer Stew
Transport yourself to Ireland with this beef and beer stew. An Irish stew with beef, dark beer, potatoes, and mushrooms will leave you feeling lucky.