Bankruptcy Beef Stew 🥩🍲
Description:
This Bankruptcy Beef Stew recipe is not just about the ingredients simmering in the pot; it’s about the journey of resilience and togetherness. Inspired by the shared experiences of putting each other through college, this stew embodies the spirit of overcoming challenges and finding joy in simple moments. As you chop up the vegetables and chat with your loved ones, you’ll find that there’s a silver lining in every cloud. This thick and hearty stew is perfect for cozy winter nights or busy weeknights when you crave a comforting one-dish meal.
Overview:
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | pounds beef cubes |
| 1/2 | cup water |
| 1/2 | cup tomato sauce |
| 4 | potatoes |
| 1 | green pepper |
| 1 | celery stalk |
| 3 | carrots |
| 1 | yellow onion |
| 1 | teaspoon dried parsley |
| 1 | bay leaf |
Instructions:
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Brown Beef: In a large non-stick skillet, brown the beef cubes over medium heat until they develop a rich, golden color.
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Add Ingredients: Once the beef is browned, add in the rest of the ingredients – water, tomato sauce, potatoes (peeled and cubed), green pepper (diced), celery (chopped), carrots (sliced), yellow onion (chopped), dried parsley, and bay leaf.
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Simmer: Cover the skillet and let the stew simmer over medium heat for about 1 hour, or until the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. Remember to stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
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Adjust Consistency: If the stew becomes too thick during the cooking process, feel free to add more water to reach your desired consistency.
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Serve: Once the stew is ready, remove the bay leaf and serve hot. For an extra special touch, accompany it with some French crusty bread to soak up every last bit of flavor.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 764.7
- Fat: 26.8g
- Saturated Fat: 10.5g
- Cholesterol: 165.6mg
- Sodium: 352.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 74.8g
- Fiber: 11g
- Sugar: 8.4g
- Protein: 55.9g
Keywords:
One Dish Meal, Vegetable, Meat, Winter, Weeknight, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, Less than 4 Hours, Easy