End meal monotony: This one‑pot meat and vegetable stew brings joy to the dinner table
1:13 PM EST, January 4, 2024
Are you running out of creative meal ideas? Do your loved ones constantly grumble about eating the same dishes repeatedly? Today's recipe is sure to change that perception, and swiftly.
So don’t wait any longer. Be sure to read this article to the end. I guarantee you won’t be disappointed. Not only will you effortlessly prepare a tasty meal, but also the whole family will be thrilled. How do I know? The star of today's article makes frequent appearances in my household, and every time it graces our table, everyone craves more.
Benefit from Cooking a One-Pot Meal
The key to success here is to cook a whole meal in a single pot. Just slice the ingredients, add spices and broth, stir, and let it simmer.
Not only will you skip frying meat cutlets for the hundredth time this month, but you also make everything in one pot. Thus, when the cooking's done, you won’t face a pile of dishes to clean. With so many advantages, it's harder not to give today's recipe a shot.
How to Cook a Scrumptious Meat and Vegetable Stew?
Before providing the detailed instructions, I need to stress a point. Today's recipe generalizes on common ingredients found in our kitchens daily, ensuring that everyone will enjoy them. Also, because the dish is nutritious and the portion is substantial, you can relish this homemade meal over several days.
Ingredients:
- 2 onions,
- 3 garlic cloves,
- 1.76 lbs of meat (beef, pork, or poultry are all fine),
- 1.1 lbs of canned tomatoes,
- 3.38 cups of homemade broth,
- 0.88 lbs mushrooms,
- 6 potatoes,
- 3 pickles,
- 2-3 bell peppers,
- 1/4 cup of tomato puree,
- spices: bay leaf, sweet paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Instructions:
- Start by preparing the meat. Clean, dry, and cut it into small pieces.
- Heat a little oil in the pot you plan to prepare the stew in. Once the oil is hot, add the meat and brown it on each side before setting it aside.
- Peel and finely chop the mushrooms and potatoes. Also, cut the bell peppers and pickles into small pieces.
- Add the finely chopped onion to the same pot. Don't forget to include the peeled and crushed garlic cloves.
- After a few minutes, add the chopped vegetables.
- Return the browned meat and canned tomatoes to the pot.
- Simmer for a few minutes before adding the homemade broth, tomato puree, and spices according to your personal taste.
- Simmer the prepared mixture for about 2 hours on low heat. Now, savor your tasty meal.
As already noted, the stew is so filling you can serve it solo. You're also welcome to serve it with homemade bread. And remember, fresh parsley or dill makes a delightful garnish.