Simmered Beef and Sweet Potato Stew

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A hearty one-pot stew with tender beef, sweet potatoes, and aromatic herbs, simmered until deeply flavorful. This general-inspired one pot ready in about 100 minutes pairs (570g) Beef stew meat, (300g) Sweet potatoes, (100g) Carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 75 min Serves 4 General cuisine 450 cal/serving
Plan a meal with the AI → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season 1.25 lbs beef stew meat with salt and pepper, then brown for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 medium chopped onion and 3 cloves minced garlic, cooking for 3 minutes until softened.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 1 minute until darkened.
  4. Step 4: Add 2 cups diced sweet potatoes, 1 cup diced carrots, 2 cups beef broth, 1 can diced tomatoes, 1 tsp thyme, and 1/2 tsp rosemary. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Step 5: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour 15 minutes until beef is tender and vegetables are cooked through.

Equipment for this recipe

Top-rated tools to make this recipe successfully.

More Knives & cutting boards → Shop all kitchen tools →

Frequently asked questions

How long does Simmered Beef and Sweet Potato Stew take to make?

Total time is about 100 minutes (25 min prep + 75 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 Simmered Beef and Sweet Potato 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 (570g) beef stew meat from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Simmered Beef and Sweet Potato 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 Simmered Beef and Sweet Potato Stew for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Simmered Beef and Sweet Potato Stew?

General one pot 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

Related recipes