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Sweet Potato Beef Stew

Sweet Potato Beef Stew
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Sweet Potato Beef Stew is a rich and comforting dish that combines tender beef chunks with naturally sweet, velvety sweet potatoes and a mix of hearty vegetables simmered in a fragrant, savory broth. Perfect for weeknight dinners or crowd-pleasing meals, this one-pot stew delivers layers of flavor, nutrition, and warmth in every spoonful.

Ingredients

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Meat

  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized cubes

Vegetables

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 large carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped

Liquids & Bases

  • 4 cups beef broth (gluten-free if needed)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Herbs & Spices

  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika

Instructions

  1. Brown the beef: Cut beef chuck into bite-sized cubes and pat dry. Heat olive oil in a heavy pot over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches to avoid overcrowding, allowing caramelization to lock in rich flavor.
  2. Sauté the aromatics: Reduce heat to medium. Add diced onions, minced garlic, chopped carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened and fragrant, creating a savory vegetable base.
  3. Build the stew base: Stir in tomato paste and cook for one minute to enhance sweetness. Add beef broth, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and paprika. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom to enrich flavor.
  4. Simmer the stew: Return browned beef to the pot. Cover and simmer gently for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender and meltingly soft.
  5. Add sweet potatoes: Add cubed sweet potatoes and continue cooking for another 20-30 minutes until tender but holding shape.
  6. Final season and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Remove herb stems. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or additional herbs if desired.

Notes

  • Brown meat in batches to achieve a proper sear and deepen flavor.
  • Use low and slow simmering to break down beef fibers for maximum tenderness.
  • Cut sweet potatoes evenly for consistent cooking.
  • Add herbs whole and remove before serving to maintain texture but extract full flavor.
  • Let stew rest slightly before serving to allow flavors to meld beautifully.

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Keywords: sweet potato beef stew, comfort food, one-pot meal, hearty stew, gluten-free stew

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