This Cabbage Patch Stew is a hearty and flavorful recipe that is perfect for a comforting meal. Made with fresh cabbage, tender beef, and aromatic spices, this stew is satisfying and nutritious. It's a wholesome dish that can be enjoyed on chilly evenings or as a filling lunch. Easy to make and packed with vegetables, this stew is a crowd-pleaser and a great way to incorporate cabbage into your diet. Give this Cabbage Patch Stew a try and enjoy the warmth and flavors it brings!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef stew meat, cubed
- 1 head cabbage, shredded
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Directions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add the beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the meat from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil and heat it.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Add the shredded cabbage, sliced carrots, and diced potatoes to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes. Stir in the tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce.
- Add the bay leaves, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Return the cooked beef stew meat to the pot and stir it into the vegetable mixture.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
- Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
- Remove the bay leaves before serving.
- Ladle the Cabbage Patch Stew into bowls and serve hot.
- Enjoy!