Nancy Lindahl's Hearty Sweet and Sour Beef Stew

Warm up with the comforting embrace of Nancy Lindahl’s Hearty Sweet and Sour Beef Stew, a soul-satisfying dish that pairs rich, tender beef with vibrant, tangy-sweet flavors. This homestyle recipe combines succulent seared beef simmered in a luscious broth infused with apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce for a flavor-packed base. Featuring hearty vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and celery alongside pops of color from frozen peas, this stew is a one-pot masterpiece perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prepping. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a slow simmer to tenderize the beef and meld flavors, this stew offers a perfect balance of savory and sweet, making every spoonful pure comfort. Serve it with crusty bread or fluffy rice, and don’t forget the fresh parsley garnish for an herby finish! Perfect for fall evenings, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their stew game.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:150 mins

Total Time:170 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef stew meat
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 4 cups beef broth
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 bay leaf
• 3 medium carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 3 medium potatoes
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, toss the beef stew meat with the all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef in batches, searing the pieces until browned on all sides. Remove the seared beef and set aside.

Step 3

Peel and dice the yellow onion. Mince the garlic cloves. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the beef broth, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a simmer, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits.

Step 5

Return the seared beef to the pot. Cover with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

While the beef simmers, peel and slice the carrots, chop the celery into 1-inch pieces, and peel and cube the potatoes into bite-sized chunks.

Step 7

After 1.5 hours of cooking, add the carrots, celery, and potatoes to the pot. Stir them gently into the stew. Cover again and continue simmering for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Stir in the frozen peas and let them cook for 5 minutes, just until heated through.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve the stew hot with crusty bread or over cooked rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3264.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3652.2

Total Fat 167.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.1g
Cholesterol 816.5mg	0%
Sodium 7101.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 241.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.0g	0%
Total Sugars 56.9g
Protein 280.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 583.2mg	0%
Iron 39.5mg	0%
Potassium 8746.0mg	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: 41.9%

Protein: 31.2%

Carbs: 26.9%