Beef Stew With Winter Vegetables Recipe

Uncover the secret to the most comforting beef stew! This hearty recipe features tender beef marinated overnight in a fragrant blend of wine, garlic, thyme, and a surprising hint of cinnamon. Slow-cooked to perfection in the oven, it's bursting with the flavors of autumn. This Prevention Magazine-inspired recipe is perfect for a cozy night in.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 170 mins
Calories 549.1 kcal
Protein 21g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
Beef Stew With Winter Vegetables 115

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beef Stew With Winter Vegetables

  • 2 lbs beef stew meat
  • 1 cup dry red wine
  • 4 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
  • 5 oz fresh spinach

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How to Make Beef Stew With Winter Vegetables

  1. In a resealable bag, combine 2 lbs beef stew meat, 1 cup red wine, 4 cloves minced garlic, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Seal the bag tightly and marinate in the refrigerator overnight.
  3. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  4. In a Dutch oven, combine the marinated beef mixture, 4 cups beef broth, 1 large onion (chopped), and 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes (with their juice).
  5. Bring to a boil over high heat on the stovetop.
  6. Cover the Dutch oven, transfer it to the preheated oven, and bake for 1 hour.
  7. Stir in 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed. Cover and bake for another 1 1/2 hours, or until the beef is very tender and the squash is cooked through.
  8. Remove from oven and stir in 5 oz fresh spinach until wilted.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

84g

Carbs

11g