Spiced Beef Stew with Dried Cherries Recipe

Name: Spiced Beef Stew with Dried Cherries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil or other vegetable oil, divided; 8 ounces beef bottom-round, trimmed, cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 1 large shallots halved and thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon thyme dried; 1/2 teaspoon sage dried and rubbed; 1 x salt and black pepper to taste; 2 teaspoons flour, all-purpose; 1 cup beef stock low salt; 2 1/2 cups butternut squash peeled and cubed; 1/2 cup cherries, dried or cranberries

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large ovenproof saucepan over medium heat.
3
Add beef and cook until browned on all sides, about 7 minutes.
4
Transfer to a plate.
5
Reduce heat to medium-low, add the remaining 1 teaspoon oil and shallot to the pan, cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
6
Stir in thyme, sage, salt and pepper; cook for 30 seconds.
7
Return the beef to the pan and sprinkle with flour.
8
Cook, stirring often, until the flour browns, 2 to 4 minutes.
9
Add broth, scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
10
Continue to cook until the liquid bubbles and thickens slightly, 1 to 3 minutes.
11
Stir in squash.
12
Cover the pan and transfer to the oven.
13
Bake for 1 hour.
14
Stir in cherries, cover and continue baking until the meat is tender when pierced with a fork, about 30 minutes more.
15
Serve warm.

1203

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons olive oil or other vegetable oil, divided, 8 ounces beef bottom-round, trimmed, cut into 3/4-inch cubes, 1 large shallots halved and thinly sliced, 1 teaspoon thyme dried, and more.

Yes, Spiced Beef Stew with Dried Cherries 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.

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Spiced Beef Stew with Dried Cherries

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