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A steaming bowl of healthy beef stew with tender carrots, potatoes, and peas in a rich broth.
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Healthy Beef Stew

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs lean beef stew meat (trimmed chuck or top round), cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons extra -virgin olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 cups low -sodium beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 2 large carrots , sliced into rounds
  • 2 stalks celery , sliced
  • 1 lb red potatoes, cubed
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 0.5 teaspoon sal t
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 bay lea f

Instructions

  • Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Brown the beef in batches until a crust forms on all sides, then remove and set aside.
  • Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pot, then sauté the onion and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to caramelize.
  • Return the beef to the pot and pour in the beef broth, scraping the bottom to release any browned bits.
  • Add the thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 1 hour.
  • Add the carrots, celery, and potatoes to the pot. Continue simmering, covered, for 45 to 60 minutes or until meat and vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Remove the bay leaf before serving.