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Location: Whole Foods Hennepin (222 Hennepin Ave)

Quick Mushroom-Thyme Beef Stew

A mushroom-forward beef stew with carrots, shallots, celery, and thyme. It tastes a little more elegant than classic stew, but still fits a practical weeknight timeline.

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Ingredients

  • Beef Chuck Stew 1 lb $11.99
  • Organic Shallots 2, sliced $4.99
  • Organic Celery Bunch 3 stalks, sliced $3.29
  • Organic Loose Carrots 2 medium, sliced $1.49
  • 365 Mushroom Baby Bella Slcd 8Oz Cv 8 oz $2.79
  • Organic Mushroom Medley, 4 OZ 4 oz $3.49
  • Organic Thyme, 0.75 OZ 1 tsp leaves $2.99
  • Organic Garlic, 3 CT 2 cloves, minced $2.89
  • Butter 1 tbsp pantry
  • Olive oil 1 tbsp pantry
  • Beef broth or water 3 cups pantry
  • Flour 1 tbsp pantry
  • Salt to taste pantry
  • Black pepper to taste pantry

Instructions

  1. Season 1 lb beef chuck stew with salt and pepper, then dust lightly with 1 tbsp flour.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pot over medium-high. Brown the beef in batches; remove.
  3. Add 1 tbsp butter, sliced shallots, celery, and carrots. Cook 4 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and thyme, stirring briefly.
  4. Add both mushroom packs and cook 3 minutes until they begin to release moisture.
  5. Return the beef to the pot and pour in 3 cups broth or water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook 30 minutes.
  6. Uncover and simmer 10 to 15 minutes more until slightly thickened and the beef is tender. Adjust seasoning and serve.

Cook time: 55 minutes

Estimated cost: $17-21

Health notes: High in protein and lower in starch than a traditional stew if served as-is; add bread if desired.

Drink pairing: Pinot Noir or Malbec

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