Description

Mushroom and Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort dish, perfect for warming your soul on chilly nights. This hearty stew features tender beef chuck roast simmered with earthy mushrooms, sweet carrots, and aromatic herbs, creating a rich and savory delight that pairs beautifully with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes. Easy to prepare and even better as leftovers, this stew will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces
8 oz fresh cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 large sweet onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups low-sodium beef broth
1 tsp dried thyme
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables and cutting the beef into pieces.
In a large pot over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Sear the beef until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes).
Add onions and garlic; sauté until softened (about 3 minutes).
Stir in carrots and mushrooms; mix well.
Pour in beef broth, add thyme and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
Cover and let simmer for at least 2 hours until the beef is fork-tender. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: - Consider adding potatoes for extra substance.- For a lighter version, substitute beef with chicken or lentils for a vegetarian option.- Enhance flavors with spices like smoked paprika or fresh herbs.