Keto Hearty Beef and Squash Stew

Warm up your kitchen with this Keto Hearty Beef and Squash Stew, a comforting one-pot meal packed with bold flavors and low-carb goodness. Tender chunks of beef chuck roast are seared to perfection, then simmered in a savory beef broth alongside sweet butternut squash, celery, and aromatic fresh thyme. With a touch of xanthan gum for a keto-friendly thickener, this stew delivers a rich, satisfying texture without any unnecessary carbs. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep, this slow-simmered dish is as hearty as it is wholesome, offering a delicious way to stay on track with your ketogenic lifestyle. Serve it piping hot with a garnish of thyme for an irresistible bowl of nourishment!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck roast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 4 garlic cloves
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 medium butternut squash
• 3 celery stalks
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon xanthan gum

Directions

Step 1

Cut the beef chuck roast into 1-inch cubes and season with salt and pepper.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the beef cubes in batches, searing each side until browned. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.

Step 4

Chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 5

In the same pot, add the onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.

Step 6

Add the beef broth to the pot, scraping any browned bits from the bottom.

Step 7

Return the beef to the pot.

Step 8

Peel and cut the butternut squash into bite-sized cubes.

Step 9

Chop the celery stalks into small pieces.

Step 10

Add the squash, celery, thyme, and bay leaves to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 11

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.

Step 12

Remove the bay leaves from the stew.

Step 13

In a small bowl, mix the xanthan gum with a little water to create a slurry.

Step 14

Slowly add the slurry to the stew, stirring constantly, until the stew thickens slightly.

Step 15

Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 16

Serve hot, garnishing with additional thyme if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3547.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3239.9

Total Fat 213.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 680.4mg	0%
Sodium 6649.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 167.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.5g	0%
Total Sugars 34.5g
Protein 190.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 828.7mg	0%
Iron 35.0mg	0%
Potassium 7493.3mg	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: 57.3%

Protein: 22.7%

Carbs: 20.0%