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Tasty Beef Stew and Dumplings: A Comforting Delight!

A comforting and hearty beef stew with fluffy dumplings, perfect for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds beef chuck cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 carrots sliced
  • 3 stalks celery sliced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups potatoes diced
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour for dumplings
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder for dumplings
  • 1 teaspoon salt for dumplings
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper for dumplings
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened (for dumplings)
  • 1 cup milk for dumplings

Method
 

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the beef and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Return the beef to the pot and add the carrots, celery, beef broth, potatoes, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
  4. About 15 minutes before the stew is done, prepare the dumplings. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the milk until just combined.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling mixture onto the surface of the simmering stew. Cover the pot and cook for an additional 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  6. After 15 minutes, check the dumplings for doneness. They should be fluffy and cooked through. Stir in the frozen peas and let them heat through for a couple of minutes.
  7. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Ladle the stew into bowls and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, add a splash of red wine to the stew while it simmers.
  • Substitute the beef with chicken or turkey for a lighter version, adjusting the cooking time as needed.

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