Rachel's Almost Alphabet Beef Stewp

Warm up your kitchen and your taste buds with "Rachel's Almost Alphabet Beef Stewp," a hearty combination of stew and soup that’s perfect for cozy evenings. This one-pot wonder features tender, seared beef, hearty vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and celery, and a flavorful broth enriched with tomato paste and fragrant herbs like thyme. The playful addition of alphabet pasta makes it a fun and comforting dish for both kids and adults. Slow-simmered to perfection, this beef stewp boasts rich, savory flavors and a velvety texture that delivers satisfying comfort in every bite. Ready in just under two hours, it’s a family-friendly recipe that’s perfect for batch cooking and reheating throughout the week. Serve steaming hot and garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 pounds beef stew meat, cubed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes, canned
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 cup alphabet pasta
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Season the beef stew meat with 1 teaspoon of salt and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Add the beef to the pot and sear until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the beef and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced yellow onion, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften slightly.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Stir in the beef broth, tomato paste, and canned diced tomatoes (with their juice). Scrape the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits.

Step 6

Return the browned beef to the pot and add the cubed potatoes, fresh thyme, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender.

Step 8

After 1 hour, uncover the pot and add the alphabet pasta. Cook for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Ladle the stewp into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3066.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3382.0

Total Fat 171.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 544.3mg	0%
Sodium 6993.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 292.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.0g	0%
Total Sugars 34.9g
Protein 187.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 415.7mg	0%
Iron 29.7mg	0%
Potassium 6177.2mg	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: 44.5%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 33.8%