This comforting stew balances savory beef with the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes and a gentle kick from green chilies. The combination of rich beef stock, tomato juice, and warm spices like allspice and nutmeg creates a deeply flavorful broth that coats every bite. Ideal for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this dish offers a satisfying, home-cooked experience that improves as it sits. The tender meat and crisp-tender vegetables provide a delightful contrast in texture, making it a robust main course that requires minimal effort for maximum reward.
Sweet & Spicy Beef Stew
Description
This comforting stew balances savory beef with the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes and a gentle kick from green chilies. The combination of rich beef stock, tomato juice, and warm spices like allspice and nutmeg creates a deeply flavorful broth that coats every bite. Ideal for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this dish offers a satisfying, home-cooked experience that improves as it sits. The tender meat and crisp-tender vegetables provide a delightful contrast in texture, making it a robust main course that requires minimal effort for maximum reward.Ingredients
Directions
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Pat the stew beef dry with paper towels and coat evenly with flour.
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Heat butter and vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
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Brown the beef on all sides until seared, then set aside in a bowl.
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Reduce heat to medium and add chopped bacon, onions, and garlic to the pot.
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Cook vegetables for about 5 minutes until onions are soft and bacon is crisp.
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Stir in green chilies, thyme, allspice, and nutmeg, cooking for 1 minute.
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Pour in beef stock and tomato juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Return the browned beef to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer.
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Cover and simmer for 1 hour and 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the chopped sweet potatoes to the stew.
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Cover and continue simmering for 30 minutes until potatoes are tender.
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Stir in chopped red and green peppers.
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Cook uncovered for 5 minutes until peppers are crisp-tender.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 5
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 929.1kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 61.9g96%
- Saturated Fat 23.1g116%
- Cholesterol 208.1mg70%
- Sodium 1046.8mg44%
- Total Carbohydrate 7.2g3%
- Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
- Sugars 0.5g
- Protein 78.5g157%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.