Beef and Plum Stew (Inspired by the Hunger Games)

Name: Beef and Plum Stew (Inspired by the Hunger Games)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 1 yellow onion, cut into large chunks; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 4 slices bacon, cut into small pieces; 2 cups Merlot wine; 1 cup dried plums, quartered; 2 cups mushrooms, sliced; 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed, diced tomatoes; 20 ounces cubed beef stew meat; 1 1/2 teaspoons mustard powder; 1 teaspoon dried sage; 1 teaspoon ground cloves; salt and ground black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon butter
1 yellow onion, cut into large chunks
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 slices bacon, cut into small pieces
2 cups Merlot wine
1 cup dried plums, quartered
2 cups mushrooms, sliced
1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed, diced tomatoes
20 ounces cubed beef stew meat
1 1/2 teaspoons mustard powder
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon ground cloves
salt and ground black pepper to taste

1
Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
2
Cook and stir onion and garlic in the melted butter until lightly brown, 8 to 10 minutes.
3
Cook bacon in the onion mixture until browned, 5 to 7 minutes.
4
Heat wine in a separate pot over medium heat until simmering.
5
Add dried plums to wine and cook for about 10 minutes.
6
Add mushrooms, cover pot, and reduce heat to low.
7
Cook and stir tomatoes and beef into bacon mixture until beef is browned, about 20 minutes.
8
Transfer bacon and beef mixture to the wine mixture.
9
Add mustard powder, sage, cloves, salt, and pepper.
10
Cook stew over medium heat for 2 1/2 hours.

586

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon butter, 1 yellow onion, cut into large chunks, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 4 slices bacon, cut into small pieces, and more.

Yes, Beef and Plum Stew (Inspired by the Hunger Games) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!