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Beef and Green Bean Stew in Tomato Broth

Easy Beef and Green Bean Stew in Tomato Broth for Cozy Nights

This Beef and Green Bean Stew in Tomato Broth offers comforting warmth with bold flavors, perfect for chilly nights and a crowd-pleaser for all.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Stew Base
  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck Choose well-marbled beef for tender, flavorful bites.
  • 1 pound Green Beans Trimmed and halved for crisp texture.
  • 2 cans Canned Tomatoes Use crushed or diced for rich, tangy depth.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Adds savory richness.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped for natural sweetness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced for aromatic undertones.
Seasoning and Flavor
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves Impart subtle earthiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Provides gentle smoky warmth.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential seasoning to balance flavors.
Optional Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped for a bright finish.
  • 1 loaf Crusty Bread Ideal for soaking broth.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat, then brown beef cubes until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
  2. Reduce heat to medium, add chopped onion, and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and let it sizzle for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in crushed tomatoes, scraping up browned bits from the bottom.
  5. Add beef broth over medium-high heat, stir gently, and bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Tuck in bay leaves, sprinkle paprika, salt, and pepper, stirring well.
  7. Cover and reduce heat to low, simmer for 1 hour until beef is tender.
  8. Uncover, stir in trimmed green beans, then simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
  9. Discard bay leaves, ladle stew into warm bowls, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve alongside crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For the best flavor, brown the beef properly and do not overcook green beans to maintain their texture.

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