Beef & Potato Stew

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork can be more affordable.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor, while yams are often less expensive.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth offers a lighter option, and water with seasoning is cost-effective.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is typically less expensive.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add cubed beef; brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in chopped tomatoes, bay leaves, and thyme; cook for 2-3 minutes.

Pour in beef broth; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 1-1.5 hours until beef is tender.

Add diced potatoes, carrots, and bell pepper; stir to combine.

Simmer for an additional 30-40 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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