Mushroom Beef Stew: A Busy Mom’s Ultimate Comfort Meal!
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A hearty and comforting mushroom beef stew perfect for busy moms looking for a delicious meal.
- Author: Marianne
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
- 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into cubes
- 1 lb mushrooms, sliced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups carrots, sliced
- 2 cups potatoes, diced
- 1 cup red wine (optional)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the beef stew meat and brown on all sides.
- Remove the beef and set aside. In the same pot, add onions and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture.
- Stir in tomato paste, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Add the beef back to the pot along with carrots, potatoes, bay leaves, and red wine.
- Pour in the beef broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the beef is tender.
- Remove bay leaves before serving.
Notes
- This stew can be made in a slow cooker for convenience.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or green beans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg