Paleo Hearty Potato and Meat Stew

Cozy up with a bowl of this Paleo Hearty Potato and Meat Stew, a nourishing one-pot meal that's as comforting as it is wholesome. Crafted with tender chunks of beef, naturally sweet potatoes, and a medley of carrots, celery, and aromatic herbs, this stew offers a rich, satisfying flavor perfect for cool nights or meal prep. Simmered low and slow in a savory beef broth infused with tomato paste and fresh thyme, every spoonful delivers melt-in-your-mouth meat and perfectly tender vegetables. Paleo-friendly and gluten-free, this hearty recipe packs a healthy punch without compromising on taste. Garnished with fresh parsley for a touch of brightness, it's a crowd-pleaser ideal for family dinners or make-ahead lunches.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:150 mins

Total Time:165 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef stew meat
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 3 large, diced carrots
• 2 diced celery stalks
• 2 large, peeled and cubed sweet potatoes
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the beef stew meat and brown on all sides, for about 5-7 minutes. Do this in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pot.

Step 3

Remove the browned meat from the pot and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the diced onion. Sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Stir in the diced carrots and celery, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Step 7

Return the browned beef to the pot.

Step 8

Add the cubed sweet potatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, bay leaves, and fresh thyme.

Step 9

Stir well to combine, bringing the stew to a gentle boil.

Step 10

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

Step 11

Season the stew with salt and black pepper.

Step 12

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Step 13

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3153.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3177.5

Total Fat 168.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 816.5mg	0%
Sodium 7341.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.0g	0%
Total Sugars 46.2g
Protein 262.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 695.7mg	0%
Iron 31.9mg	0%
Potassium 6038.2mg	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: 48.8%

Protein: 33.8%

Carbs: 17.4%