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Hearty Beef Stew

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A comforting and robust beef stew filled with tender beef and a medley of vegetables, perfect for chilly evenings and family dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 2 pieces carrots, chopped
  • 1 large parsnip, chopped
  • 1 small swede, chopped Can be substituted with turnips
  • 1 piece leek, chopped
  • 3 pieces potatoes, quartered
  • 1 piece onion, chopped
Meat and Stock
  • 600 g beef, cubed Use tender cuts for best results
  • 1 packet beef stock mixed with 500ml boiling water
  • Gravy granules (optional for thickening)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
Browning the Beef
  1. In a large pot, add the cubed beef and brown it over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Once the beef is browned, add the chopped carrots, parsnip, swede, leek, potatoes, and onion to the pot.
  2. Pour in the beef stock mixed with boiling water, ensuring all ingredients are covered.
Cooking
  1. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
  2. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 5-6 hours, allowing the beef to become incredibly tender.
  3. In the last hour of cooking, if desired, add gravy granules to thicken the stew.
  4. Serve hot in bowls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4g

Notes

For enhanced flavor, sear the beef until it forms a crust, don’t rush the simmering process, and consider adding a splash of red wine. Serve with crusty bread and salad.
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