Description

Beef or Game Meat Stew with Leeks & Mushrooms is the ultimate comfort food that warms both heart and home. This hearty stew features tender beef, earthy leeks, and savory cremini mushrooms simmered to perfection in a rich broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this dish brings family and friends together around the dinner table, creating lasting memories with every delicious spoonful.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 medium leeks, cleaned and sliced
8 oz cremini mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
3 medium carrots, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups low-sodium beef broth
2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
2 bay leaves
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare your ingredients: Chop the beef, leeks, mushrooms, carrots, and mince the garlic.
Sear the meat: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add beef in batches and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
Sauté vegetables: In the same pot, add leeks, mushrooms, carrots, and garlic. Cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
Combine everything: Return browned beef to the pot. Add thyme, bay leaves, and pour in the beef broth until submerged. Stir well.
Simmer: Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 2 hours or until meat is tender.
Serve: Remove bay leaves before serving hot in bowls; garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 120 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 450
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: - Customize by substituting chicken for beef or adding fresh herbs like rosemary for extra flavor. - For richer flavor, let stew simmer longer than two hours.