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Beef Stew with Cheddar Herb Dumplings

Comforting Beef Stew with Cheddar Herb Dumplings Delight

Indulge in Beef Stew with Cheddar Herb Dumplings, a comforting meal perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Dumpling Cooking Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck Can substitute with beef brisket or stew meat
  • 1 cup Red Wine Can be omitted or replaced with extra beef broth
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery Diced
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 4 cups Beef Broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf
  • 2 medium Carrots Peeled and chopped
  • 2 medium Potatoes Peeled and chopped
For the Dumplings
  • 2 cups Flour
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Grated
  • 1 cup Fresh Herbs Chopped (Thyme, Parsley, Chives, or Rosemary)
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Melted

Equipment

  • heavy-bottom pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the beef chuck with salt and pepper, then sear in oil until brown.
  2. Sauté onion and celery until soft, then add minced garlic.
  3. Stir in tomato paste and deglaze with red wine.
  4. Return beef, add broth and Worcestershire sauce, then simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  5. Add carrots and potatoes, then simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
  6. Optionally thicken with flour slurry if desired, and simmer briefly.
  7. Combine dumpling ingredients in a bowl and mix just until combined.
  8. Drop dumpling dough onto simmering stew, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes.
  9. Remove bay leaf, stir, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure to brown the beef for maximum flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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