Savory Pumpkin Beef Stew with Thyme
Equipment
- 1 Large pot
- 1 Wooden spoon
- 1 kitchen knife
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 measuring cup
- 1 measuring spoon set
- 1 Ladle
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef stew meat cubed
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 clove garlic minced
- 2 cup pumpkin peeled and diced
- 3 cup beef broth
- 1 cup water
- 2 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 carrots sliced
- 2 potatoes peeled and cubed
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add beef stew meat and brown on all sides, then remove from the pot and set aside.
- Add onion and garlic to the pot, sauté until onion is translucent.
- Return beef to the pot and stir in pumpkin, beef broth, and water.
- Season with thyme, salt, and black pepper, then add carrots, potatoes, and bay leaf.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
- Simmer for 1 hour 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until meat and vegetables are tender.
- Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Allow stew to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
When cooking this dish, ensure the beef is browned well for a richer flavor, and consider using a heavy-bottomed pot to maintain even heat. You can also replace fresh thyme with dried thyme if needed, but reduce the quantity to 1 teaspoon to avoid overpowering the stew.
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