Dive into a bowl of hearty, soul-warming comfort with Possie Stew, a classic one-pot dish perfect for cozy evenings. This rich and flavorful stew combines tender, seared beef with a medley of wholesome vegetables like carrots, celery, and potatoes, all simmered to perfection in a savory beef broth spiked with tomato paste, garlic, and warming spices like thyme and paprika. Finished with sweet pops of green peas and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this stew boasts layers of flavor and a rustic appeal. Ready in under two hours with minimal prep, it's an ideal choice for busy weeknights or leisurely weekend dinners. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up the broth or ladle it over rice for a heartier meal. Perfectly balanced, irresistibly comforting, and brimming with wholesome ingredients, Possie Stew is your new go-to recipe for satisfying, homestyle cooking.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Season the beef stew meat with salt and black pepper, then sear it in batches until browned on all sides. Transfer the browned meat to a plate and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium and add the diced onion to the pot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced carrots, diced celery, and cubed potatoes to the pot. Stir to combine and let cook for 3 minutes.
Return the browned beef to the pot and pour in 4 cups of beef broth. Stir in the tomato paste until fully incorporated.
Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring the stew to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer for 75 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After 75 minutes, remove the lid, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed. Stir in the frozen peas and let cook for another 5-10 minutes until the peas are heated through.
Discard the bay leaf, garnish the stew with freshly chopped parsley, and serve hot with crusty bread or over rice if desired.
Calories |
2106 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 123.3 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.2 g | 211% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 6524 mg | 284% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.6 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.3 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.3 g | ||
| Protein | 123.3 g | 247% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 428 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 22.2 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 5636 mg | 120% | |
*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.