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Tasty Beef Stew and Dumplings

Cozy Up with Tasty Beef Stew and Dumplings Tonight

Enjoy the hearty Tasty Beef Stew and Dumplings, perfect for chilly evenings and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds chuck meat Consider portobello mushrooms or seitan for vegetarian option.
  • sea salt Essential for seasoning; adjust to taste.
  • black pepper Enhances the flavor; adjust to preference.
  • garlic powder Adds depth; fresh garlic used later.
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour For coating meat and thickening.
  • 2 tablespoons butter/oil For searing meat; olive oil works well.
  • 1 large onion Chopped, provides base flavor.
  • 4-5 pieces carrots Peeled and chopped.
  • 3 cups golden potatoes Diced.
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary Diced.
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme Must be removed before serving.
  • 4 cloves crushed garlic Intensifies aroma.
  • 2 teaspoons tomato paste Boosts umami.
For the Dumplings
  • 1/3 cup milk Non-dairy alternative works too.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Helps dumplings rise.
  • parsley and chives For flavoring and garnish.

Equipment

  • Large heavy pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Season the 2 pounds of chuck meat generously with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Coat in all-purpose flour and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of butter or oil over medium-high heat and add the floured meat, cooking until golden brown on all sides.
  3. Remove the meat and sauté the chopped onion in the same pot for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Add chopped carrots, diced potatoes, rosemary, crushed garlic, and tomato paste, and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  5. Return the seared meat to the pot and pour in enough beef stock to cover. Add thyme sprigs and simmer on low for 2 hours.
  6. Prepare the dumpling batter with flour, baking powder, salt, and butter, then mix in milk until a sticky dough forms.
  7. Scoop portions of dumpling batter onto the stew and cover, allowing to cook for 20 minutes.
  8. Taste the stew and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze stew without dumplings for up to 2 months, reheating on the stove.

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