Beef Stew with Dumplings
This comforting beef stew with dumplings is the perfect hearty meal for any occasion, offering rich flavors and delightful textures.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- beef chuck
- olive oil
- beef broth
- water
- carrots
- potatoes
- onion
- garlic
- tomato paste
- dried thyme
- bay leaf
- Salt and pepper
- all-purpose flour
- baking powder
- salt
- milk
- melted butter
Instructions
Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the beef and brown all sides.
- Add onion, carrots, and potatoes to the pot, sautéing until soft. Stir in garlic.
- Mix in tomato paste, then deglaze with beef broth and water.
- Return beef, add thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Simmer until tender.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix in milk and butter until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto simmering stew and cover.
- Cook without lifting the lid for about 15 minutes. Serve hot.
Notes
For a weeknight dinner, prep everything ahead and refrigerate the dough separately. Perfect for reheating!