Kelly's Witches Stew

Dive into the cozy, comforting flavors of "Kelly's Witches Stew," a hearty one-pot wonder perfect for chilly evenings or festive fall gatherings. This richly seasoned beef stew combines cubes of tender stew meat, vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and russet potatoes, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika and thyme, all simmered in a savory beef broth base with a hint of tomato sweetness. The addition of frozen peas and a final sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness to this satisfying dish. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe provides the ultimate warm hug in a bowl, serving up to six generously. Ideal for Halloween feasts or any time you crave a soul-soothing meal, this stew is as enchanting as its name suggests—sure to cast a delicious spell on all who try it!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 medium russet potatoes, cubed
• 1 pound stew beef, cubed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 6 cups beef broth
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (canned)
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced carrots and celery, stirring to combine, and cook for 5 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 5

Season the stew beef with salt and black pepper, then add it to the pot. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned on all sides.

Step 6

Add the cubed potatoes, paprika, smoked paprika, and dried thyme. Stir to coat the ingredients in the seasoning.

Step 7

Pour in the beef broth and add the canned diced tomatoes (including the juices). Stir to combine.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Add the frozen peas and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3504.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2232.2

Total Fat 125.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 317.5mg	0%
Sodium 9061.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.4g	0%
Total Sugars 44.5g
Protein 130.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 531.9mg	0%
Iron 24.4mg	0%
Potassium 6580.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.6%

Protein: 22.6%

Carbs: 28.8%