Hearty Beef Stew with Cheddar Herb Dumplings
A comforting dish perfect for chilly days, packed with flavor and satisfying ingredients.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 140 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 3 potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Brown the beef in batches over medium heat.
- Sauté the chopped onions and minced garlic until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Combine the sliced carrots, diced potatoes, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Add the beef broth and bring everything to a simmer. Cover and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Prepare the dumplings by mixing flour, baking powder, and salt. Add cheddar cheese and parsley, then stir in milk and melted butter.
- Cook the dumplings atop the stew for an additional 15-20 minutes.
- Serve the stew hot with dumplings on top.
Notes
For best results, use quality broth and remember to brown the beef well for enhanced flavor.