Heart-Healthy Hearty Potato and Meat Stew
Warm, comforting, and packed with nourishing ingredients, this **Heart-Healthy Hearty Potato and Meat Stew** is a flavorful one-pot meal perfect for cozy evenings. Made with lean beef stew meat, fiber-rich red potatoes, and a medley of vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, this dish is as wholesome as it is satisfying. Simmered in low-sodium beef broth and seasoned with aromatic garlic, thyme, and bay leaves, this stew delivers robust flavors without the extra salt. Fresh parsley adds a bright, herbal finish, while olive oil keeps it heart-friendly. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to six, this nutrient-dense recipe is an excellent choice for a delicious dinner that supports a healthy lifestyle. Perfect for meal prep or family dinners, it’s a go-to option for those seeking nutritious and hearty comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean beef stew meat
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 large carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery stalks, sliced
- 4 medium red potatoes, cubed
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 leaves bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the lean beef stew meat. Cook until the meat is browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
Add the sliced carrots and celery to the pot. Stir and cook for another 5 minutes.
Add the cubed red potatoes to the pot along with the beef broth, canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), bay leaves, and dried thyme.
Stir in the salt and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
Let the stew simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the meat and potatoes are tender.
Stir occasionally and check the seasoning, adjusting with more salt and pepper if necessary.
Once done, remove the bay leaves and discard.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1732 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 53.1 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 326 mg | 109% | |
| Sodium | 2943 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 178.7 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.6 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.5 g | ||
| Protein | 149.5 g | 299% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 634 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 24.1 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 7327 mg | 156% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
