Sweet And Savory Beef Stew For Two Recipe

Name: Sweet And Savory Beef Stew For Two
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 teaspoons olive oil (divided); 8 ounces bottom round beef roast (trimmed, cut into 3/4-inch cubes); 1 small sweet onion (halved and thinly sliced); 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves; 1/2 teaspoon dried rubbed sage; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup reduced-sodium beef broth; 2 1/2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash; 1/3 1/3 cup cranberries or 1/3 cup raisins

Servings: persons

2 1/2 teaspoons olive oil (divided)
8 ounces bottom round beef roast (trimmed, cut into 3/4-inch cubes)
1 small sweet onion (halved and thinly sliced)
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 cup reduced-sodium beef broth
2 1/2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash
1/3 1/3 cup cranberries or 1/3 cup raisins

1
Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in a large ovenproof saucepan over medium heat. Add beef and cook until browned on all sides, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
2
Reduce heat to medium-low, add the remaining 1 teaspoon oil and sliced onion to the pan; cook, stirring often, for 1 minute.
3
Stir in thyme, sage, salt and pepper; cook for 30 seconds.
4
Return the beef to the pan and sprinkle with flour. Cook, stirring often, until the flour browns, about 3 minutes.
5
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
6
Pour in broth; scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Continue cooking until the liquid bubbles and thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.
7
Stir in squash. Cover the pan, or transfer mixture to an ovenproof casserole dish sprayed with cooking spray, and bake COVERED for 1 hour.
8
Stir in dried fruit, cover and continue baking until the meat is tender when pierced with a fork, maybe up to 20-30 minutes more.

1207

kcal

Calories

128

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 teaspoons olive oil (divided), 8 ounces bottom round beef roast (trimmed, cut into 3/4-inch cubes), 1 small sweet onion (halved and thinly sliced), 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, and more.

Yes, Sweet And Savory Beef Stew For Two 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!

Sweet And Savory Beef Stew For Two

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