Potato Shader Skillet Stew
A hearty, one-pot stew with tender potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and a rich tomato base, perfect for low-effort cooking. This american-inspired soups ready in about 60 minutes pairs cubed potatoes, medium, sliced carrots, stalks, sliced celery for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs, cubed potatoes
- 2 medium, sliced carrots
- 2 stalks, sliced celery
- 1 large, diced onion
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp, fresh thyme
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery for 8 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add potatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped parsley and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with additional herbs.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Potato Shader Skillet Stew take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Potato Shader Skillet Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cubed potatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Potato Shader Skillet Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Potato Shader Skillet Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Potato Shader Skillet Stew?
American soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 45-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
