Beef Stew With Cinnamon Recipe

This award-winning beef stew recipe, inspired by a gourmet magazine, is a family favorite that's sure to become yours! The secret? A touch of cinnamon that adds unexpected warmth and depth to the rich, savory flavors. Hearty chunks of beef simmer in a luscious tomato-based sauce with aromatic herbs. Perfect served over fluffy rice or creamy mashed potatoes for a comforting and satisfying meal. Easily doubled and frozen for future deliciousness!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 200 mins
Calories 695.3 kcal
Protein 158g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beef Stew With Cinnamon

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How to Make Beef Stew With Cinnamon

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 2 lbs beef stew meat, seasoned with salt and pepper, and sear on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Pour off excess fat from the pot.
  4. Add 1 large onion (chopped), 2 celery stalks (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), and 4 cloves garlic (minced) to the pot.
  5. Sauté for 3 minutes until softened.
  6. Stir in 28 oz can crushed tomatoes with their juice, 15 oz can tomato sauce, 1/2 cup red wine, 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes.
  7. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  8. Return the beef to the pot. Add 2 cups beef broth.
  9. Cover and simmer for 2 hours, or until the beef is very tender.
  10. Add 1 lb carrots (peeled and chopped) and simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
  11. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot over rice or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

53 g

Sugar

68g

Fat

39g

Carbs

10g