Mrs Mulligan's Stew

Hearty, comforting, and brimming with rich, homestyle flavors, Mrs. Mulligan's Stew is the ultimate one-pot meal that warms you from the inside out. Perfect for cozy evenings, this hearty beef stew features tender chunks of seared stew meat simmered to perfection with carrots, potatoes, and celery in a savory beef broth seasoned with garlic, thyme, and bay leaves. A touch of tomato paste adds depth, while optional peas bring a pop of sweetness to this classic dish. With just 20 minutes of prep and a hands-off simmer time, it’s an easy yet satisfying recipe that serves six, making it ideal for family dinners or meal prep. Serve it hot with crusty bread to soak up the luscious broth, and enjoy the ultimate bowl of homemade comfort food. Perfect keywords for SEO: hearty stew recipe, beef stew, one-pot meals, homestyle comfort food, easy family dinners.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds beef stew meat
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 4 medium carrots
• 3 medium potatoes
• 3 stalks celery stalks
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup peas (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, toss the beef stew meat with the flour until evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef in batches, searing each side until browned. Remove the meat and set aside.

Step 3

Dice the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves. In the same pot, add the onion and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.

Step 4

Peel and chop the carrots and potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Slice the celery stalks into similar-sized pieces. Set aside.

Step 5

Stir the tomato paste into the onion and garlic mixture. Cook for 1-2 minutes to caramelize the paste slightly.

Step 6

Return the seared beef to the pot and add the beef broth, bay leaves, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a low simmer.

Step 7

Add the chopped carrots, potatoes, and celery to the pot. Stir well, ensuring everything is submerged in the broth. Cover the pot and simmer for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

If using peas, stir them in during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Step 9

Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt or pepper to your liking.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaves before serving. Ladle the stew into bowls and serve with crusty bread, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2188.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3163.4

Total Fat 133.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 612.3mg	0%
Sodium 3224.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 264.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.2g	0%
Total Sugars 46.3g
Protein 218.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 500.8mg	0%
Iron 34.1mg	0%
Potassium 7859.0mg	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: 38.4%

Protein: 27.9%

Carbs: 33.8%