Rosemary Thyme Beef Stew in 60 Minutes – Easy Dinner for Busy Nights

Some days just beg for something warm and nostalgic—and beef stew is the ultimate edible hug. But when your schedule is slammed and time is tight, the idea of a slow-simmered meal feels out of reach. That’s where this Rosemary & Thyme Beef Stew comes in. It gives you everything you love about Grandma’s Sunday stew—minus the wait.

This one-pot meal delivers deep, savory flavor in just 60 minutes. Browning the beef and building layers with herbs, tomato paste, and a splash of red wine packs it with richness. Rosemary and thyme do the heavy lifting on flavor, and the potatoes and carrots absorb all that goodness. You don’t need a slow cooker. You just need a Dutch oven, a little multitasking, and a craving for comfort.

How to Make Rosemary Thyme Beef Stew

1. Sauté chopped carrots and onions, then coat with flour.
2. Stir in tomato paste, wine, vinegar, and Worcestershire.
3. Add garlic, herbs, water, and beef base—bring to a simmer.
4. Return beef to the pot with potatoes and simmer uncovered 40 minutes.
5. Serve warm when potatoes are fork-tender.

Tips & Tricks

• Cut smaller beef pieces for faster, more even cooking.
• Don’t skip browning—it’s key to deep flavor.
• Simmer uncovered to let the stew reduce and thicken naturally.

Add-In Ideas

• Parsnips or turnips for extra earthiness.
• Pearl onions for sweetness.
• A splash of heavy cream at the end for a velvety finish.
• Sub mushrooms if you’re short on beef.

After just one hour, you’ve got a pot full of bold, herby comfort that tastes like it’s been simmering all day. This Rosemary & Thyme Beef Stew brings together tender chunks of beef, melt-in-your-mouth potatoes, and aromatic herbs in one rich, satisfying dish—perfect for hectic nights when you still want a cozy, home-cooked meal without the wait.

Rosemary Thyme Beef Stew

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• Author: Leah
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Yield: 4–6 servings 1x

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This quick and cozy Rosemary & Thyme Beef Stew brings slow-simmered flavor to your table in just 60 minutes. Packed with tender beef, hearty potatoes, and aromatic herbs, it’s your weeknight comfort meal shortcut—no slow cooker needed.

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Ingredients

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• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb cubed beef, trimmed
• 3 carrots, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1/8 cup flour
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1/2 cup red wine
• 1/8 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp thyme
• 1 tbsp rosemary
• 4 cups water
• 1 1/2 tbsp beef base
• 12 small white potatoes

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Instructions

1. Heat oil in Dutch oven. Brown beef in batches and set aside.
2. Sauté carrots and onions for 3 minutes. Add flour and stir.
3. Stir in tomato paste, wine, vinegar, and Worcestershire until combined.
4. Add garlic, herbs, salt, water, and beef base. Stir well.
5. Return beef, add potatoes, and simmer uncovered 40 minutes.
6. Check for fork-tender potatoes before serving.

Equipment

Dutch Oven

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• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Category: Weeknight Meals

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