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Hearty Beef and Vegetable Stew

Hearty Beef and Vegetable Stew for Ultimate Cozy Nights

Indulge in this Hearty Beef and Vegetable Stew, a comforting dish perfect for cozy nights, filled with rich flavors and nourishing ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck can substitute with brisket or stew meat
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil olive oil or butter can be used
  • 1 cup Red Wine optional, can replace with beef broth
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas can swap for fresh peas
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste crucial for flavor enhancement
  • 4 cups Beef Broth opt for homemade if possible
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme fresh thyme can be used if available
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary fresh can elevate the dish
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves remove before serving
  • 2 cups Carrots chopped
  • 2 cups Potatoes chopped; sweet potatoes are an alternative

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the beef in a large pot or Dutch oven with vegetable oil until caramelized, then set aside.
  2. Sauté the onion until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Mix in tomato paste, add red wine, and deglaze the pot by scraping up browned bits.
  4. Add beef back with broth and herbs, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  5. Stir in carrots and potatoes, cover and simmer for another 30-40 minutes until veggies are tender.
  6. In the last 5 minutes, add frozen peas and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, allow flavors to meld by simmering the stew for a longer period. Adjust seasoning before serving for the best flavor.

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