Slow-Cooked Beef Stew with Mushrooms and Celery

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Hearty stew with tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and celery simmered in a rich broth for a comforting keto meal. This American-inspired keto recipe, ready in about 435 minutes, pairs stew beef, cubed, olive oil, mushrooms, sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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: 15 min Cook: 420 min Serves 4 American cuisine 300 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb cubed stew beef and sear on all sides until browned, about 5 minutes total.
  3. Step 3: Transfer beef to a slow cooker.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 cup sliced mushrooms, 1 cup chopped celery, 1 tbsp tomato paste, and 2 minced garlic cloves to the slow cooker.
  5. Step 5: Pour 2 cups beef broth over ingredients, then add 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  6. Step 6: Cover and cook on low for 7 hours or high for 3 hours until beef is fork-tender.
  7. Step 7: Stir gently and serve hot with additional fresh dill if desired.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Cooked Beef Stew with Mushrooms and Celery take to make?

Total time is about 435 minutes (15 min prep + 420 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 Slow-Cooked Beef Stew with Mushrooms and Celery?

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 stew beef, cubed from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Beef Stew with Mushrooms and Celery?

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 Slow-Cooked Beef Stew with Mushrooms and Celery 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 Slow-Cooked Beef Stew with Mushrooms and Celery?

American keto like this pair well with a low-carb side — cauliflower rice, roasted broccoli or asparagus, or a leafy salad with olive oil and parmesan. Rice, couscous and bread would blow the carb budget this recipe is built around. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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