Slow-Simmered Beef and Vegetable Stew with Herbed Dumplings

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Hearty stew with tender beef and seasonal vegetables, served with pillowy dumplings made from a simple dough. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 105 minutes pairs cut into 1-inch cubes beef chuck, medium, sliced carrots, medium, cubed potatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 680 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: 20 min Cook: 85 min Serves 4 American cuisine 680 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season 1 lb beef chuck cubes with 1 tsp salt; sear in a large pot over medium-high heat for 3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Melt 2 tbsp butter in the same pot over medium heat; add 1 diced medium onion and cook for 3 minutes until translucent. Add 3 sliced medium carrots and cook for 2 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Return beef to pot, then add 4 cups beef broth and 2 medium cubed potatoes. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 1 hour until beef is fork-tender.
  4. Step 4: While stew simmers, whisk 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 cup cold water to form a soft dough; roll into 1-inch balls.
  5. Step 5: Stir 1 tbsp chopped dill into the stew, then drop dumpling balls on top. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes until dumplings are cooked through and puffed.
  6. Step 6: Taste and adjust salt if needed; serve hot with extra dill sprinkled on top.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Simmered Beef and Vegetable Stew with Herbed Dumplings take to make?

Total time is about 105 minutes (20 min prep + 85 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 Vegetable Stew with Herbed Dumplings?

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 medium, sliced carrots from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Simmered Beef and Vegetable Stew with Herbed Dumplings?

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 Vegetable Stew with Herbed Dumplings 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-Simmered Beef and Vegetable Stew with Herbed Dumplings?

American 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.

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