Raven's Stew

Delight your senses with the hearty warmth of Raven's Stew, a soul-soothing one-pot meal that's perfect for chilly evenings. This rich and rustic beef stew features tender chunks of seared beef, sweet carrots, earthy parsnips, and creamy potatoes, all simmered in a flavorful broth infused with garlic, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and aromatic herbs like thyme and bay leaf. The addition of frozen peas lends a pop of color and sweetness just before serving, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just under two hours with minimal hands-on time, this comforting dish is ideal for cozy family dinners or meal prep. Pair it with crusty bread to soak up the savory broth, and enjoy the ultimate comfort food experience. Keywords: hearty beef stew, one-pot meal, cozy dinner recipe, homemade soup, comfort food, winter stew recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

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
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and thickly sliced
• 2 medium parsnips, peeled and thickly sliced
• 3 medium potatoes, diced into 1-inch cubes
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Season the beef stew meat with salt and black pepper, and sear it in batches until browned on all sides. Remove the meat and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce, ensuring they coat the onions and garlic evenly.

Step 6

Return the browned beef to the pot, then add the beef broth, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Add the carrots, parsnips, and potatoes to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer for 75-90 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

Step 9

In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the frozen peas.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with additional salt and pepper.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaf before serving and garnish the stew with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 12

Serve hot with crusty bread on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1452.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2421.3

Total Fat 131.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 612.3mg	0%
Sodium 3003.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.3g	0%
Total Sugars 31.8g
Protein 194.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 337.9mg	0%
Iron 23.7mg	0%
Potassium 4577.2mg	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: 49.9%

Protein: 32.8%

Carbs: 17.3%