Old Fashioned Beef Stew: Cozy Comfort with Turkey Bacon Twist
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Experience the warmth of Old Fashioned Beef Stew, now with a delightful twist of turkey bacon for added flavor.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 cup potatoes, diced
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the beef and brown on all sides.
- Add the onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaf.
- Add the beef broth, carrots, and potatoes.
- Return the turkey bacon to the pot and season with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender.
- Remove bay leaf before serving.
Notes
- For a thicker stew, you can add a slurry of cornstarch and water.
- Feel free to add your favorite vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg