Description
A comforting and satisfying stew packed with tender beef and a variety of vegetables, perfect for warming up on a chilly day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) beef stew meat (or use ground beef, lamb, or chicken)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 medium potatoes, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 4 cups beef or chicken broth (or water)
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into pieces
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the meat with salt and pepper, then add it to the pot. Brown the meat on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). Once browned, remove the meat and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add a bit more oil if needed and sauté the chopped onion and garlic until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the carrots, potatoes, and celery, cooking for another 5 minutes.
- Add Liquids and Simmer: Return the browned meat to the pot, along with diced tomatoes (with juice), broth, and bay leaves. Stir in thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
- Add Green Beans, Peas, and Corn: About 10-15 minutes before serving, stir in green beans, peas, and corn. Continue simmering until all vegetables are tender.
- Serve: Remove bay leaves, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.
Notes
- Substitute beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers.
- This stew can be made in a slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg