Slow-Simmered Beef and Cabbage Stew with Potatoes

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Hearty beef stew enriched with tender cabbage and potatoes, slowly cooked for deep savory flavors. This american-inspired beef ready in about 125 minutes pairs cut into 1-inch cubes beef chuck roast, vegetable oil, large, chopped yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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.

★ 4.5 (14 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 105 min Serves 6 American cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add 2 lbs beef chuck roast cubes in batches and brown on all sides for 5-6 minutes per batch. Remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 large chopped yellow onion and sauté for 4 minutes until softened. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen flavor.
  4. Step 4: Return the browned beef to the pot along with 6 cups beef broth, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.
  5. Step 5: Add 3 peeled and diced russet potatoes and 1 small chopped head of green cabbage. Continue simmering uncovered for another 45 minutes until vegetables are tender and stew has thickened.
  6. Step 6: Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Simmered Beef and Cabbage Stew with Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 125 minutes (20 min prep + 105 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-Simmered Beef and Cabbage Stew with Potatoes?

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 vegetable oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Simmered Beef and Cabbage Stew with Potatoes?

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-Simmered Beef and Cabbage Stew with Potatoes 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 Slow-Simmered Beef and Cabbage Stew with Potatoes?

American beef 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.

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