Quick Beef Stew Ii

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A hearty microwave-friendly stew combining tender beef, potatoes, and carrots in a rich gravy.
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This Quick Beef Stew II is the ultimate weeknight comfort food, designed for speed without sacrificing that deep, home-cooked satisfaction. By utilizing pre-cooked beef and canned vegetables, this dish comes together in minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings when you crave a warm, savory meal. The combination of tender white potatoes, sweet carrots, and green peas simmered in a robust beef gravy creates a texturally pleasing and flavorful experience. It’s a classic Southern-style dish that proves you donâÂÂt need hours of simmering to enjoy a hearty stew. Serve it straight from the microwave-safe dish with a slice of crusty bread to soak up every drop of the savory gravy.

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Quick Beef Stew Ii

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 544.5

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This Quick Beef Stew II is the ultimate weeknight comfort food, designed for speed without sacrificing that deep, home-cooked satisfaction. By utilizing pre-cooked beef and canned vegetables, this dish comes together in minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings when you crave a warm, savory meal. The combination of tender white potatoes, sweet carrots, and green peas simmered in a robust beef gravy creates a texturally pleasing and flavorful experience. It&# 226;ÂÂs a classic Southern-style dish that proves you donâÂÂt need hours of simmering to enjoy a hearty stew. Serve it straight from the microwave-safe dish with a slice of crusty bread to soak up every drop of the savory gravy.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place a deep, 2-quart microwave-safe non-metallic casserole dish in the microwave.
  2. Add the vegetable oil and microwave on high for 2 minutes to heat thoroughly.
  3. Stir in the finely chopped onion and microwave uncovered for 3 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.
  4. Add the bay leaf, drained carrots, drained potatoes, salt, pepper, celery salt, beef gravy, and cubed cooked beef to the dish.
  5. Stir all ingredients together until evenly combined and coated in the gravy.
  6. Cover the dish with a microwave-safe lid or vented plastic wrap.
  7. Microwave on high for 6 to 7 minutes, or until the stew is nearly heated through.
  8. Carefully remove the cover, stir the stew, and taste to adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  9. Remove and discard the bay leaf.
  10. Stir in the drained green peas.
  11. Cover again and microwave for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, or until the peas are heated through and the stew is piping hot.
  12. Let stand for 1 minute before serving to allow flavors to settle.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 544.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.3g16%
Saturated Fat 1.4g7%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 167.2mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 109.1g37%
Dietary Fiber 21.3g86%
Sugars 13.7g
Protein 12.0g24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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