6 Week Makeover Hearty Beef Stew (Low Fat , Low Sodium) |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 300 Minutes |
Ready In: 320 Minutes Servings: 5 |
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Not the tastiest meal but healthy and sure to fill you up. Ingredients:
2 lbs lean beef, cut in 1-inch cubes (chicken or turkey) |
1 onion, chopped |
3 fresh garlic cloves, minced |
1 teaspoon thyme |
1 teaspoon oregano |
1 teaspoon marjoram |
1 teaspoon basil |
1 bay leaf |
1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground |
4 cups water |
1 cup red wine |
1 cup celery, chopped |
4 cups potatoes, chopped |
2 cups carrots, chopped |
8 ounces mushrooms, chopped |
Directions:
1. In a dutch oven or large pot, sear beef over medium high heat, stirring to brown all sides.
2. Add onion and garlic plus 1 tbsp of water and continue cooking until onion is translucent and softened.
3. Add spices, stirring quickly to coat for 1 minute. Add water, wine and 2 cups potatoes. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally, until potatoes begin to break down and dissolve, thickening broth.
5. Add remaining potatoes and additional veggies, as well as additional 1-2 cups water if necessary.
6. Return to boil and cook over low heat for another hour, or until vegetables are tender.
7. Tip: To cut 3 hours of time, after adding the wine and water, add all vegetables including 2 cups of potatoes, replace 2 cups of potatoes for 1/2-1 cup of leftover mashed potatoes and add it as well (this will thicken the stew). Just cook for another hour until veggies are tender.
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