Hearty Beef and Lentil Stew
Hearty Beef and Lentil Stew layers tender chunks of beef with earthy lentils, sweet carrots, and onions in a rich tomato-chicken broth. Fragrant oregano and cilantro round out the flavors, while a sprinkle of parsley and Parmesan adds a bright, savory finish. Serve it on a chilly evening or for a comforting family dinner.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook2 hrs 5 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until it just starts to smoke. Season the beef with salt and pepper, then carefully add it to the pot and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes. Move the beef to a plate and keep the remaining oil in the pot.
- 2
Add the onion, carrots, celery, garlic, cilantro, and oregano to the pot; cook and stir until the onion softens and becomes translucent, about 8 minutes.
- 3
Pour in the chicken broth and tomatoes, return the beef to the pot, and bring to a boil over high heat. Lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the beef starts to become tender, about 1 hour.
- 4
Add the lentils, then cover and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 40 minutes. Season again with salt and pepper, stir in the parsley, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese to serve.
- Calories 254.81 kcal Moderate
- Protein 18.21 g Good Source
- Carbs 27.36 g Moderate
- Total Fat 9.2 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.71 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 30.8 mg Moderate
- Sodium 1226.73 mg High
- Fiber 8.72 g Good Source
- Sugar 5.91 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.48 g Low Source
- Calcium 149.87 mg Moderate
- Iron 3.34 mg Moderate
- Potassium 773.86 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 104.74 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 26.0 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.05 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Celery
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Hearty Beef and Lentil Stew is an American dinner recipe made with 14 ingredients. It takes about 2 hrs 25 mins, serves 8, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Carrot, Celery, Chicken Broth, and Chimichurri Beef. Each serving provides about 254.81 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Hearty Beef and Lentil Stew?
- It is an American stew recipe made with 14 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Hearty Beef and Lentil Stew made of?
- The main ingredients are Carrot, Celery, Chicken Broth, Chimichurri Beef, Diced Tomatoes. The full list of 14 is above.
- What goes well with Hearty Beef and Lentil Stew?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Hearty Beef and Lentil Stew?
- About 2 hrs 25 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 2 hrs 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 254.81 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Hearty Beef and Lentil Stew easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 4 steps.
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