By Krista Teigen
Published Dec 8, 2025
Homemade beef stew seasoning mix is the way to go. You get all the same deep, delicious flavor with spices from your pantry without any added nonsense. Eight pantry staple ingredients, a few minutes, and it’s ready to cook. This blend adds richness, warmth, and depth to every dish. It seasons about two pounds of meat perfectly, giving you a balanced flavor without overpowering the vegetables or broth. It’s simple, versatile, and ideal to keep on hand for quick, cozy meals.
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Tips for Beginners
- Fresh vs. dried herbs. If you prefer fresh herbs, use triple the amount of fresh rosemary or thyme since dried herbs are more concentrated. Crush the rosemary and thyme between your fingers before adding them. This wakes up the herbs and gives the seasoning a deeper, more aromatic flavor.
- Coat the beef evenly. Make sure the beef is coated evenly with the seasoning mix. The flour helps thicken the stew as it cooks, so an even layer keeps it silky instead of clumpy.
- Brown the beef. Brown the seasoned beef in a hot pan before simmering. This quick step adds rich, caramelized flavor that makes the whole pot taste so much heartier.
- Adjust the taste. If your stew tastes a little flat at the end, adjust the salt or stir in a small splash of Worcestershire sauce to brighten and deepen the overall flavor.
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 2 tbsp flour
- ▢ 2 tsp salt
- ▢ 2 tsp garlic powder
- ▢ 2 tsp onion powder
- ▢ 2 tsp dried rosemary
- ▢ 2 tsp dried thyme
- ▢ 1 tsp paprika
- ▢ 1 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Add the ingredients to a bowl or jar and whisk to combine. 2 tbsp flour, 2 tsp salt, 2 tsp garlic powder, 2 tsp onion powder, 2 tsp dried rosemary, 2 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp pepper
- Use half of the seasoning mix for one batch of beef stew (about 2 pounds of meat).
- Toss the seasoning in the stew meat, coating entirely.
- Store the remaining seasoning in an airtight container.
Becky’s Tips
- The best cuts of meat to use with this seasoning are well-marbled options like chuck roast, pre-cut beef stew meat, or boneless short ribs . These cuts become tender and flavorful as they cook low and slow, and the seasoning blend adds a rich, savory base that complements them perfectly.
- Make it gluten-free by using gluten-free flour or cornstarch.
- Add heat by mixing in cayenne or chili flakes.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Beef Stew Seasoning Mix Step by Step
Gather all the ingredients together.
Combine the seasoning: In a small bowl or jar, add 2 tbsp flour, 2 tsp salt, 2 tsp garlic powder, 2 tsp onion powder, 2 tsp dried rosemary, 2 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp paprika, and 1 tsp pepper. Whisk until fully combined.
Season the beef: Use half of the seasoning mix for one beef stew recipe (about 2 lbs of meat). Sprinkle it over the beef and toss until each piece is fully coated. Transfer the remaining half of the seasoning to an airtight container or spice jar and store it in your pantry.
How to Store
Store the seasoning mix in an airtight jar or container in a cool, dry pantry for up to six months. Keep it away from heat and light so the herbs and spices stay fresh and flavorful. If you like to meal prep, make a double or triple batch and label the jar so it’s easy to grab whenever you’re making stew.
Serving Suggestions
I reach for this seasoning mix any time I’m making a cozy pot of classic beef stew . It’s perfect for an instant pot beef stew for a quick dump-and-go recipe. I even sprinkle it over red wine pot roast and beef tips , and sometimes I use a spoonful to season ground beef for a quick skillet dinner. The mix pairs perfectly with all the stew essentials like carrots, roasted potatoes , mushrooms, onions, and peas, and it’s a staple in my fall and winter meal prep when I want something warm and comforting without a lot of effort.
More Homemade Seasoning and Spice Mix Recipes
Homemade Chili Seasoning
Pork Chop Seasoning (Dry rub for pork, ribs, chops, and more)
Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice
Homemade Fajita Seasoning
Beef Stew Seasoning
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp dried rosemary
- 2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Add the ingredients to a bowl or jar and whisk to combine. 2 tbsp flour, 2 tsp salt, 2 tsp garlic powder, 2 tsp onion powder, 2 tsp dried rosemary, 2 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp pepper
- Use half of the seasoning mix for one batch of beef stew (about 2 pounds of meat).
- Toss the seasoning in the stew meat, coating entirely.
- Store the remaining seasoning in an airtight container.
Notes
- The best cuts of meat to use with this seasoning are well-marbled options like chuck roast, pre-cut beef stew meat, or boneless short ribs . These cuts become tender and flavorful as they cook low and slow, and the seasoning blend adds a rich, savory base that complements them perfectly.
- Make it gluten-free by using gluten-free flour or cornstarch.
- Add heat by mixing in cayenne or chili flakes.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
