Ingredients and Weight:
- Boneless beef stew meat: 1 lb
- Turnips, peeled and cubed: 3 cups
- Carrots, peeled and sliced: 1 cup
- Celery, chopped: 1 cup
- Onion, chopped: 1
- Garlic, minced: 2 cloves
- Vegetable broth: 4 cups
- Tomato paste: 1/4 cup
- Dried oregano: 1 tsp
- Dried thyme: 1 tsp
- Allspice: 1/2 tsp
- Ground cumin: 1/2 tsp
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
90 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the beef over medium heat.
- Add the turnips, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the vegetable broth, tomato paste, oregano, thyme, allspice, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 250
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 20g
Dish Characteristics:
- Flavorful and aromatic
- Rich, thick broth
- Comforting and satisfying
- Suitable for American taste
User Comments:
- "This stew was incredible! The beef was so tender and the turnips were melt-in-your-mouth delicious."
- "I love the blend of spices and the hearty vegetables. It's a perfect cold-weather meal."
- "I'm not typically a fan of turnips, but this dish made me a believer. It's so flavorful and comforting."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For a thicker stew, mash some of the turnips with a fork or potato masher before serving.
- If you don't have vegetable broth, you can use beef broth or chicken broth instead.
- Serve with crusty bread or rice for dipping.
