Beef and Squash Stew
A quick, hearty stew with tender beef and sweet butternut squash in a lightly spiced broth. Ready in about 20 minutes, perfect for a busy weeknight.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef stew meat
- 2 cups butternut squash
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pot over medium-high. Add 1 lb beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add 1 chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves; cook until onion is soft, about 3 minutes.
- 3
Stir in 1 tsp cumin, 2 cups cubed butternut squash, and 2 cups beef broth. Bring to a boil.
- 4
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until beef is tender and squash is fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
- 5
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Wooden spoon
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