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Hearty Beef Stew with Pasta

Hearty Beef Stew with Pasta

Hearty Beef Stew with Pasta is a comforting one-pot meal featuring tender beef chunks simmered with fresh vegetables and a savory broth, combined with tender pasta that soaks up all the delicious flavors. Perfect for cozy family dinners, this nourishing stew offers rich aromas, satisfying textures, and wholesome ingredients for a warming and adaptable culinary experience.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Beef and Aromatics

  • 1.5 pounds beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1 large onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Vegetables

  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced

Liquids and Seasonings

  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste or 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups beef broth or stock
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 teaspoons fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, or rosemary), chopped

Pasta

  • 1 cup dry small pasta shapes (shells, elbow macaroni, or ditalini)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Chop the beef into even, bite-sized cubes. Finely dice onions, carrots, and celery. Mince the garlic to create a fragrant base, and gather all other ingredients for a smooth cooking process.
  2. Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear the beef cubes until they develop a golden-brown crust, locking in flavor and creating a robust stew foundation. Remove beef and set aside.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and fragrant, releasing natural sweetness that complements the beef.
  4. Deglaze and Build the Broth: Stir in tomato paste or diced tomatoes to coat the vegetables. Pour in beef broth to deglaze the pot, scraping up browned bits from the bottom. Return the beef to the pot and season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs.
  5. Simmer: Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer gently for 1.5 to 2 hours, until beef is tender and flavors have melded.
  6. Cook the Pasta: About 15 minutes before serving, add pasta directly into the stew. Stir frequently to prevent sticking and cook until pasta is al dente, soaking up the savory broth.
  7. Final Seasoning and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or fresh herbs as desired. Serve hot with a sprinkle of chopped parsley for a vibrant finish.

Notes

  • Brown the beef properly to develop deep, rich flavors.
  • Simmer the stew low and slow to enhance tenderness.
  • Use small pasta shapes that blend well with the chunky stew.
  • Add pasta near the end to avoid mushiness and maintain perfect texture.
  • Fresh herbs brighten and elevate the overall dish.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free (optional with gluten-free pasta)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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