Easy Three-Bean Beef Stew Recipe

Name: Easy Three-Bean Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. beef cubed steaks, cut into 1 inch pieces; 2 tbsp. butter; margarine; 1 can (1-3/4 lb.) whole tomatoes; 1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed beef consumme; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup regular barley; 1/4 cup frozen chopped onion; 1-1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. dried marjoram leaves; 1/4 tsp. dried thyme leaves; 1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen baby lima beans, broken apart; 1 pkg. (9 oz.) frozen Italian; French style green; Beans, broken apart; 1 can (15 oz.) butter beans, drained; 1/4 cup grated Romano cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb. beef cubed steaks, cut into 1 inch pieces
2 tbsp. butter
margarine
1 can (1-3/4 lb.) whole tomatoes
1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed beef consumme
1 cup water
1/2 cup regular barley
1/4 cup frozen chopped onion
1-1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. dried marjoram leaves
1/4 tsp. dried thyme leaves
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen baby lima beans, broken apart
1 pkg. (9 oz.) frozen Italian
French style green
Beans, broken apart
1 can (15 oz.) butter beans, drained
1/4 cup grated Romano cheese

1
Brown cubed steak pieces in butter in Dutch oven over medium hat.
2
Stir in tomatoes, with their liquid, consumme, water, barley, onion, salt, marjoram and thyme.
3
heat to boiling, reduce heat.
4
cover and simmer 50 min.
5
Stir in lima beans and green beans.
6
Heat to boiling.
7
Reduce heat, cover and simmer 10 min.
8
Stir in butter beans.
9
Cover and simmer 10 min.
10
Sprinkle each serving with cheese.

1441

kcal

Calories

127

Fat

Carbs

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. beef cubed steaks, cut into 1 inch pieces, 2 tbsp. butter, margarine, 1 can (1-3/4 lb.) whole tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Easy Three-Bean Beef Stew 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!

Easy Three-Bean Beef Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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