Beef and Bean Stew
Beef and Bean Stew is a hearty, slow-cooked dish with tender beef chunks, creamy pinto beans, and fragrant herbs. This comforting stew delivers rich flavors and is easy to prepare, perfect for a nourishing family meal or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5 to 2 hours
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Stew
- Method: Stovetop (slow cooker and Instant Pot variations possible)
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil
2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 large carrots, sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
½ teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 bay leaves
3 cups beef broth
2 (15 oz) cans pinto beans, drained
Instructions
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Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown beef on all sides, then remove and set aside.
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In the same pot, sauté onion, carrots, and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.
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Return beef to pot. Add thyme, sage, salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Stir well.
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Pour in beef broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender.
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Add drained pinto beans and cook for 15-20 minutes more until heated through.
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Remove bay leaves before serving. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Notes
Substitute pinto beans with black beans or cannellini beans.
Add diced potatoes or parsnips for a heartier stew.
Use rosemary instead of sage for different flavor notes.
Enhance depth with red wine or Worcestershire sauce.
Add crushed red pepper flakes or jalapeño for spice.
Store leftovers refrigerated up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months. Reheat gently before serving.
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