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Delicious Beef Stew and Dumplings

A comforting and hearty beef stew with fluffy dumplings that soak up all the delicious flavors, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Stew
  • 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized chunks Opt for tougher cuts like chuck roast.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For searing the beef.
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, potatoes, peas, and celery) Customize with your favorite vegetables.
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 leaves bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the Dumplings
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon herbs (like parsley or chives) For added flavor.
  • 1 cup milk Add gradually for desired consistency.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef chunks and season them with salt and pepper. Sear until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
  3. Pour in the beef broth and add the bay leaves and thyme. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Once simmering, add the mixed vegetables to the pot, stirring well. Let it cook for about 1 hour, covered, stirring occasionally.
Dumpling Preparation
  1. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, salt, and herbs. Gradually stir in the milk until a thick dough forms.
  2. After the stew has simmered for an hour, drop spoonfuls of the dumpling mixture on top of the stew. Cover the pot again and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  3. The dumplings will puff up and soak in the flavors!
Serving
  1. Remove the bay leaves, and serve the beef stew with dumplings hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove over low heat, with a splash of beef broth if necessary. For longer storage, freeze the stew without dumplings for up to 3 months.