Hey there, foodie friends!

Hope you’re all doing marvelously today! So, I’m super excited to share one of my ultimate comfort food recipes with you—Instant Pot Beef Stew. Now, this isn’t just any beef stew—it’s THE beef stew that brings all the cozy vibes, satisfies your hunger, and still manages to be healthy and totally delicious.

If you’re anything like me, you probably have a soft spot for hearty, flavor-packed meals that don’t take forever to make. That’s exactly what this beef stew is all about. And the best part? The Instant Pot does most of the work for us. Yay for modern kitchen miracles!

So, let’s get our aprons on and dive right in. Shall we?

### Instant Pot Beef Stew Recipe

**Ingredients:**
– 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 large onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 6 cups beef broth (low-sodium is best!)
– 1 cup red wine (optional but oh-so-good)
– 4 large carrots, sliced into rounds
– 4 celery stalks, chopped
– 4 medium potatoes, cubed
– 1 cup frozen peas
– 2 tablespoons tomato paste
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
– 2 teaspoons dried thyme
– 2 bay leaves
– Salt & pepper to taste
– 3 tablespoons flour (you can sub with cornstarch for a gluten-free version)
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

**Instructions:**

1. **Prep Your Ingredients:**
– Before you do anything, grab all your ingredients and get them ready to go. Chop those veggies, cube the meat, and measure everything out. Trust me, it makes life so much easier!

2. **Sear the Beef:**
– Set your Instant Pot to the sauté setting. When it’s hot, add the olive oil.
– Season the beef with salt and pepper, toss it in some flour, and then brown the meat in batches. This helps develop that rich, deep flavor we all love. About 2-3 minutes per batch should do.
– Remove the browned meat and set it aside.

3. **Sauté the Veggies:**
– In the same pot, add a tad bit more olive oil if needed, and sauté the onions until they’re translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
– Add the garlic and sauté for another minute. The aroma at this point should be making everyone in the house come running.

4. **Deglaze the Pot:**
– Pour in the red wine and stir, scraping up those delicious brown bits stuck to the bottom. That’s flavor gold right there!
– Let it simmer for a minute until it reduces slightly.

5. **Combine Everything:**
– Add the beef back to the pot along with the beef broth, carrots, celery, potatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaves.
– Give it all a good stir to make sure everything is well-mixed.

6. **Cook Under Pressure:**
– Put the lid on your Instant Pot, make sure the valve is set to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 35 minutes.
– Once it’s done, let it naturally release for about 10 minutes, then quick release the remaining pressure.

7. **Finish It Up:**
– Open the pot and give everything a gentle stir. Add the frozen peas and put the lid back on for a couple of minutes to let the peas heat through.

8. **Serve and Enjoy:**
– Ladle this magical beef stew into bowls, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve with some crusty bread if you’re feeling indulgent.

### Helpful Tips & Personal Insights

1. **Get the Best Meat:**
– If possible, buy good quality, grass-fed beef. It really does make a difference in flavor and tenderness.

2. **Veggie Variations:**
– Feel free to throw in other veggies you have on hand. Green beans, parsnips, and sweet potatoes are all fantastic additions.

3. **Make it Your Own:**
– This stew is super forgiving. If you’re not into red wine, skip it and up the beef broth. Want it spicier? Add some red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.

4. **Meal Prep Heaven:**
– This stew is even better the next day, so it’s perfect for meal prepping. Just store it in airtight containers and you’ve got lunch or dinner sorted for a couple of days.

5. **Family Friendly:**
– My kids love this stew, especially when they get to dip bread into the broth. It’s a great way to sneak in veggies too!

Alright, that’s it for today’s recipe adventure. I hope you enjoy making and eating this Instant Pot Beef Stew as much as I do. If you give it a try, I’d love to hear how it turned out for you. Drop me a comment below or tag me in your Instagram pics with #StewCrew. Happy cooking!

Stay tasty,
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