Pressure Cooker Italian Beef Stew

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 14
Pressure Cooker Italian Beef Stew Recipe for the Whole Family
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Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs lean beef ( or 1 pound of each ) or 2 lbs veal , cut into cubes ( or 1 pound of each )
1 medium onion , sliced
1 garlic clove , minced
1 lb white mushrooms or 1 lb baby portabella mushrooms , cleaned and cut into quarters
3 -4 tablespoons olive oil ( or oil of choice )
1 can crushed italian plum tomatoes with liquid ( or two 14 ounce cans of tomato sauce )
4 -6 carrots , cut into 1 inch pieces ( about 1 lb )
5 large peeled potatoes , cut in half , then quarter each half
1 lb fresh green string bean , cleaned and cut into bite sized pieces ( can use frozen , cut green beans )
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon dried basil , crushed ( optional )
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano , crushed ( optional )
salt ( to your taste )
pepper ( to your taste )
1 1/2 - 2 cups boiling water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
529
Sugar
12g
Fat
23g
Pressure Cooker Italian Beef Stew is a hearty classic recipe that brings flavors of Italy to your dinner table. This recipe is perfect to warm-up on cold winter nights and is sure to be a family favorite. The cooking technique results in a tender, juicy and delicious stew that is perfect to serve with a crusty bread or topped on mashed potatoes. The blend of herbs and mushrooms gives the stew a delicious earthy flavor and the addition of red wine offers a tangy undertone that sets this recipe apart. Quick, easy and perfect for busy weeknights, this stew is a one-pot meal that is perfect for meal prep.

Instructions

1.Heat the pressure cooker to brown mode and add the olive oil
2.Add the sliced onions and garlic and cook until slightly brown
3.Add the beef, bay leaf, salt, pepper, and optionally dried basil and oregano to the pressure cooker and mix well
4.Add crushed Italian tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, green beans, and red wine and mix well
5.Add water, mix, and close the pressure cooker.
6.Cook in high pressure mode for 20 minutes and then quick release the steam
7.Open the lid and mix well before serving

PROS

This recipe is a complete balanced meal with protein, carbs, and vegetables
Cooking in a pressure cooker saves time and retains nutrients
This recipe is ideal for meal prep and can be frozen for later use

CONS

The recipe can be high in sodium due to the use of canned tomatoes and added salt.

The cooking time in the pressure cooker doesn’t include the time it takes to build the pressure

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is an excellent source of protein and dietary fiber
Beef offers an abundance of nutrients such as Vitamins B3, B6, and B12, Zinc, and Iron which help in healthy immune function and neurological health
Vegetables such as carrots and potatoes are rich in Vitamin A and C, antioxidants, and promote healthy digestion
Green beans provide essential minerals such as Iron and Calcium which promote healthy bone density

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