Beef Stew With Cheese Dumplings (My Sister Debbie’s Recipe)

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 3
Beef Stew With Cheese Dumplings - A Hearty Winter Meal
in Stew

Prep

20 min

Cook

2 hrs 30 min

Ready In

2 hrs 50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/3 cup unsifted flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 lbs boneless beef cubes
2 -3 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cups water
4 beef bouillon cubes
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup carrot , sliced
1 cup celery , chopped
1 medium onion , cut in wedges
2 cups biscuit mix
3/4 cup cheddar cheese , shredded

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
583
Sugar
6g
Fat
30g
Beef Stew With Cheese Dumplings is a classic comfort food perfect for cold winter days. This recipe dates back to my childhood and was one of my sister Debbie's favorites. The stew is packed with tender beef cubes, flavorful vegetables and is topped off with savory cheese dumplings. This hearty meal is perfect for a cozy dinner with family or friends, and the best part is, it's simple to make. Once you try this delicious and warming dish, it's sure to become a staple in your recipe rotation.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.Mix flour and salt in a plastic bag. Add beef and shake to coat.
3.In a large skillet, brown beef in oil. Add beef broth, water, bouillon cubes and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
4.Add carrots, celery and onions. Simmer for 30 minutes.
5.Mix biscuit mix with shredded cheddar cheese and enough water to form a soft dough.
6.Drop by spoonfuls into simmering stew (do not let dumplings touch). Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
7.Bake uncovered in preheated oven for 10 minutes.

PROS

This recipe is a perfect meal to warm you up on a cold winter day.
The tender beef cubes and flavorful vegetables create a hearty stew that is both filling and satisfying.
The cheesy dumplings are a great addition that adds a unique tangy flavor to the classic stew.

CONS

The main downside of this meal is the time it takes to prepare.
With a total cook time of over 2 hours, this is not a quick meal to make.
Additionally, the high fat content from the beef and cheese make this dish a bit heavy, so it may not be suitable for someone on a low fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this meal is not particularly healthy due to its high fat content, it does offer a good source of protein and several important vitamins and minerals such as iron, vitamin A, and vitamin C. Additionally, the carrots and celery provide a good source of fiber, which is important for digestive health.

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