Beef stew with mashed potatoes
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This beef stew cost about $23.50 at home.
Six bowls.
That’s about $3.90 per serving.
🧾 INGREDIENTS
Ingredients:
•. 2.5 lb stew beef
• Salt and black pepper
• 2 tbsp flour
• 2 tbsp Better Than Bouillon Roasted Beef Base
• 4 cups water
• 2 cups carrots, chopped
• 2 cups celery, chopped
• 2 cups onions, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ cup red wine (optional)
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1 bay leaf
• Mashed potatoes, for serving
• Celery leaves, for garnish
Directions:
1. Season beef with salt, pepper, and coat lightly with flour.
2. Sear in batches until browned and a fond forms.
3. Add carrots, celery, and onions; sauté to lift the fond. Then add garlic, fresh thyme.
4. Deglaze with red wine (optional),
5. Stir in beef base and water; add bay leaf.
6. Simmer until beef is tender.
7. Serve over mashed potatoes and top with chopped celery leaves.
Cooking a delicious beef stew at home can be both satisfying and budget-friendly if you know the right approach. From personal experience, using affordable ingredients like stew beef and seasonal vegetables allows you to create a flavorful dish without breaking the bank. One tip I’ve learned is to sear the beef properly until a fond forms on the bottom of the pan; this caramelization adds a deep, rich flavor to the stew. Adding a beef base, such as Better Than Bouillon Roasted Beef Base, enhances the savory broth and reduces the need for excessive seasoning. Simmering the stew slowly until the beef becomes tender makes a marked difference in texture and taste. I personally like to add a splash of red wine, which is optional, as it brings complexity to the flavor profile. Serving the stew over smooth homemade mashed potatoes creates a comforting and filling meal. For those looking to cut costs even further, consider buying vegetables in bulk or from local markets when in season. Additionally, making mashed potatoes from scratch using simple ingredients like potatoes, butter, and milk will not only save money but also ensure freshness and control over flavor. Taking cooking classes or following guided recipes can dramatically improve your kitchen skills, leading to more enjoyable home-cooked meals and significant grocery savings. Overall, this beef stew and mashed potatoes recipe shows how you can enjoy restaurant-quality dishes without overspending, encouraging more people to cook at home confidently.
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