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Sweet & Spicy Beef Stew

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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.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 5
Calories: 929.1
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
  • 2 lbs Stew beef
  • 2 tablespoons Flour
  • 1 tablespoons Butter
  • 1 tablespoons Vegetable oil
  • 2 Onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 sl Lean bacon, chopped
  • 1 teaspoons Minced canned green chilies
  • 1/2 teaspoons Dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoons Ground allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoons Nutmeg
  • 1 cups Beef stock
  • 1 cups Tomato juice
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Directions
  1. 1
    Pat the stew beef dry with paper towels and coat evenly with flour.
  2. 2
    Heat butter and vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  3. 3
    Brown the beef on all sides until seared, then set aside in a bowl.
  4. 4
    Reduce heat to medium and add chopped bacon, onions, and garlic to the pot.
  5. 5
    Cook vegetables for about 5 minutes until onions are soft and bacon is crisp.
  6. 6
    Stir in green chilies, thyme, allspice, and nutmeg, cooking for 1 minute.
  7. 7
    Pour in beef stock and tomato juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  8. 8
    Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. 9
    Return the browned beef to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer.
  10. 10
    Cover and simmer for 1 hour and 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  11. 11
    Add the chopped sweet potatoes to the stew.
  12. 12
    Cover and continue simmering for 30 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  13. 13
    Stir in chopped red and green peppers.
  14. 14
    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.

Keywords: beef stew, sweet potato, american cuisine, comfort food, slow cooked, spicy beef, hearty dinner, one pot meal, dutch oven, winter stew, family dinner, beef stock, green chilies, tender beef, home cooking
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