Brazos River Stew

Dive into the heartwarming flavors of Brazos River Stew, a rustic and hearty dish that brings comfort to your table. This slow-simmered stew highlights tender beef chuck, perfectly seasoned and browned for rich, caramelized depth, paired with a medley of hearty vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and green beans. Infused with aromatic spices such as paprika, cumin, and chili powder, and enriched with zesty tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and savory beef broth, every spoonful bursts with robust flavor. This one-pot wonder is simmered to perfection over two hours, allowing each ingredient to meld beautifully. Ideal for cozy family dinners or meal prepping for the week, Brazos River Stew is a nourishing and flavorful crowd-pleaser that's as easy to make as it is to love.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck (cubed)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion (diced)
• 3 medium carrots (sliced)
• 3 medium potatoes (cubed)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1.5 teaspoons chili powder
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup frozen green beans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil.

Step 2

Season the cubed beef chuck generously with salt and black pepper. In batches, brown the beef in the pot, about 2-3 minutes per side. Set the browned beef aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onions and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the carrots and potatoes to the pot, stirring to combine with the onions and garlic.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, paprika, cumin, and chili powder. Cook for 2 minutes to allow the spices to bloom.

Step 6

Return the browned beef and its juices to the pot. Add the canned diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer for 90 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

After 90 minutes, taste and adjust seasonings with additional salt or pepper as needed. If using frozen green beans, stir them in and let the stew simmer for another 10-15 minutes uncovered.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaves before serving. Ladle the stew into bowls and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3418.1 grams (3418.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3412

Total Fat 226.70g	291%
Saturated Fat 81.30g	406%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.40g
Cholesterol 644mg	215%
Sodium 8940mg	389%
Total Carbohydrate 162.60g	59%
Dietary Fiber 33.00g	118%
Total Sugars 45.90g
Protein 207.60g	415%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 564mg	43%
Iron 38mg	212%
Potassium 7441mg	158%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.9%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 18.5%