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Beef And Lentil Stew Recipe

This hearty Beef and Lentil Stew is the perfect comforting meal for a chilly evening. Tender beef chunks simmered with earthy lentils, savory vegetables, and aromatic spices create a rich and satisfying dish that's surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 216.5 kcal
Protein 40g
Rating 3.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beef And Lentil Stew

  • 2 lbs. beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 oz. fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 (14.5 oz.) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 large carrots, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups brown or green lentils, rinsed
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  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp dried rosemary

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How to Make Beef And Lentil Stew

  1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes and cook until browned on all sides.
  2. Remove beef from pot and set aside. Add onion and carrot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and celery and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in mushrooms and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  5. Return beef to the pot. Add lentils, beef broth, diced tomatoes (undrained), thyme, rosemary, and black pepper.
  6. Add the bay leaf.
  7. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until beef is tender and lentils are cooked through. Stir occasionally.
  8. Remove bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

34 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

15g

Carbs

5g

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