Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Tasty Beef Stew and Dumplings, a delightful dish perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. This hearty recipe features tender beef simmered with flavorful vegetables, creating a fulfilling meal that satisfies every appetite. The addition of fluffy dumplings makes it even more comforting, turning this classic stew into an irresistible one-pot wonder. Whether enjoyed on a chilly evening or served at a family feast, this dish is versatile and easy to prepare, allowing you to customize it based on seasonal produce or personal taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds stew meat (chuck)
- 1 large onion
- 4 to 5 carrots
- 3 cups golden potatoes
- 4 cloves garlic
- Fresh herbs: rosemary and thyme
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons tomato paste
- 2 quarts beef stock
- 1 cup flour (for dumplings)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (for dumplings)
- 1 tablespoon butter (room temperature)
- 1/3 to 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Chop all vegetables into uniform pieces: dice the onion, slice the carrots, cube the potatoes, and mince the garlic.
- In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add oil and brown the stew meat for about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in onions, carrots, garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper; cook until onions are translucent.
- Add tomato paste and beef stock; incorporate cubed potatoes and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 90 minutes.
- For dumplings: Combine flour, baking powder, sea salt in a bowl; mix in butter until crumbly. Gradually stir in milk until a soft dough forms.
- Drop spoonfuls of dumpling batter onto the stew's surface. Cover tightly and cook for an additional 20 minutes without lifting the lid.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg