Best 6 Aromatic Beef Stew With Butternut Squash Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of aromatic beef stew with butternut squash, a culinary delight that harmoniously blends the richness of beef, the sweetness of butternut squash, and an array of aromatic spices. This hearty and comforting dish is a perfect embodiment of culinary artistry, showcasing the perfect balance between tender beef, soft and flavorful butternut squash, and a luscious gravy that ties all the elements together. Discover the culinary magic of this aromatic beef stew with butternut squash, along with variations and additional recipes that will elevate your culinary repertoire and tantalize taste buds.

**Recipes included in the article:**

* **Classic Aromatic Beef Stew with Butternut Squash:** The cornerstone of this culinary journey, this recipe provides a detailed step-by-step guide to creating the perfect aromatic beef stew, incorporating succulent beef, tender butternut squash, and an array of aromatic spices that dance on the palate.

* **Slow Cooker Aromatic Beef Stew with Butternut Squash:** For those who prefer a hands-off approach, this recipe adapts the classic aromatic beef stew to the convenience of a slow cooker, allowing the flavors to meld and develop over time, resulting in a tender and flavorful stew that's perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.

* **Butternut Squash and Beef Curry:** This recipe takes the flavors of the aromatic beef stew in a new direction, introducing warm and fragrant Indian spices like garam masala and turmeric. The butternut squash adds a touch of sweetness and heartiness, while the curry sauce envelops the beef in a rich and flavorful embrace.

* **Beef and Butternut Squash Soup:** For a lighter and more broth-based variation, this recipe transforms the aromatic beef stew into a comforting and nourishing soup. The butternut squash lends a velvety texture and natural sweetness, while the beef broth infuses the soup with a depth of flavor that's sure to warm the soul.

Embark on a culinary adventure with this collection of aromatic beef stew with butternut squash recipes, each offering unique flavor profiles and cooking techniques to suit diverse preferences and culinary skills. From the classic stew to the slow cooker adaptation, the butternut squash and beef curry, and the beef and butternut squash soup, these recipes promise to tantalize taste buds and create lasting memories at the dinner table.

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BEEF AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH STEW



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, peeled and chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
2 pounds stew beef, cut into 2-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup Marsala wine
1 pound butternut squash, trimmed and cut into 2-inch cubes
1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
3 to 4 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons fresh chopped flat-leaf parsley
Crusty bread, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large soup pot heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, rosemary, and thyme and saute until the onions are tender, about 2 minutes. Toss the beef cubes in salt and pepper and flour. Turn up the heat to med-high and add the beef to the pot. Cook until the beef is browned and golden around the edges, about 5 minutes. Add the Marsala wine. Using a wooden spoon, gently stir up all the brown bits off the bottom of the pan. Add the butternut squash and sun-dried tomatoes and stir to combine. Add enough beef broth to just cover the beef and squash. Bring the stew to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 1 hour. Season the stew with additional salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with the chopped parsley. Serve with crusty bread alongside.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND CHICKPEA STEW



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Warming ras el hanout and cinnamon flavor this hearty stew of butternut squash and chickpeas. Dried apricots add a sweet note while fresh mint, parsley and lemon provide a bright finish.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 red onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
One 15-ounce can diced tomatoes
1 1/2 teaspoons ras el hanout spice (See Cook's Note)
1 cinnamon stick, broken in half
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
1 small butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 2 pounds)
One 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 5-ounce container baby spinach
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Juice of 1/2 lemon
[For Serving:] Hot cooked couscous or rice

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a medium Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Add the tomatoes with their juices, ras el hanout and cinnamon and cook until the tomato juices are thickened, about 3 minutes. Add the broth, apricots, squash and chickpeas and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook until the squash is tender, about 25 minutes.
  • Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the mint, parsley and lemon juice. Remove the cinnamon stick and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper. Serve the stew over hot couscous or rice.

BUTTERNUT BEEF STEW



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I tweaked this recipe I found in a magazine to suit my taste for sweet and spicy. I found that pureeing the tomatoes added a thicker consistency without using flour.-Erin Lembke, Monroe, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 7h30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/4 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon canola oil
1-1/2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash
1 cup chopped cabbage
1/2 cup coarsely chopped sweet red pepper
1 celery rib with leaves, chopped
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1 tablespoon adobo sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown meat in oil on all sides; drain. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the squash, cabbage, red pepper and celery. , In a blender, combine tomatoes and brown sugar. Cover and process until blended. Pour over vegetables. Combine the broth, adobo sauce, oregano, salt and pepper; add to slow cooker. , Cover and cook on low 7-8 hours, until meat and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 1047mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

AROMATIC BEEF STEW WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH



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Make and share this Aromatic Beef Stew With Butternut Squash recipe from Food.com.

Provided by shelshel0110

Categories     Meat

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb boneless beef cube
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, mined
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
1 lb butternut squash, peeled & cut into bite-sized cubes
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 1/2 cups beef broth
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 cups couscous, cooked
1/4 cup sliced almonds
4 teaspoons fresh parsley, minced

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over med-high heat.Add beef and cook until brown on all sides. Transfer meat to plate, leaving juices in saucepan.
  • Add onion. Cook, stirring, until translucent. Add garlic & ginger Cook 1 more minute.
  • Return beef to pot. Stir in squash, tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, cumin, cinnamon, and pepper flakes.
  • Bring to a boil. reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until beef is tender (30-60 min).
  • Divide cous cous and stew among 4 bowls. Top with almonds and parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1461.8, Fat 92, SaturatedFat 35, Cholesterol 112.7, Sodium 690.8, Carbohydrate 127.5, Fiber 12.8, Sugar 9.6, Protein 31.7

BUTTERNUT SQUASH STEW WITH BEEF AND LENTILS



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I personally hate butternut squash. My hubby loves it, and begged me for ages to find a way to cook it that I could enjoy. After many trials, this stew has stuck as a family favorite!

Provided by Stephanie Kilmon

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 3h15m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 cups cubed butternut squash
2 cups cubed potatoes
1 pound boneless beef chuck roast
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, or as needed
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
1 medium onion, chopped
1 head garlic, minced
6 cups beef broth, or more as needed
2 cups frozen corn
1 cup frozen cut green beans
1 cup dry lentils
½ cup cold water
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Add enough lightly salted water to cover butternut squash to a medium pot. Bring to a boil, then add squash and cook until soft, about 40 minutes. Drain.
  • At the same time, bring 8 cups of salted water to a boil in a large soup pot. Add potatoes and cook until slightly soft but not mushy, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain.
  • While the squash and potatoes boil, sprinkle roast with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add roast and brown on both sides, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside to rest. Add celery, carrots, onions, and garlic to the pan with remaining oil and saute until softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Slice beef into bite-sized pieces; add beef and juices to a large soup pot. Pour beef broth, celery mixture, corn, and green beans into the pot. Add drained potatoes and bring to a boil.
  • Cover with a lid with a hole or set a lid slightly off-center to allow steam to get out. Reduce heat and simmer gently for about 1 1/2 hours. Add lentils and drained squash; let simmer for 10 minutes. Combine cold water and cornstarch in a bowl; stir well. Add to stew and stir thoroughly. Let simmer another 15 to 20 minutes and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 11.4 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 293.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

EASY BEEF STEW WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH



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Butternut squash and carrots lend sweetness to this savory fall stew. And that hint of zest in the broth? That's BBQ sauce.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 2h30m

Yield 7 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 Tbsp. oil, divided
1-1/2 lb. beef stew meat, trimmed, cut into 1-1/2 inch pieces
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbsp. flour
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) fat-free reduced-sodium beef broth
3 carrots, sliced
1/2 cup BULL'S-EYE Original Barbecue Sauce
1 tsp. dried thyme leaves
1 bay leaf
6 small red potatoes (1 lb.), cut in half
1 small butternut squash, peeled, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350ºF.
  • Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add meat; cook 5 min. or until evenly browned, stirring occasionally. Remove meat from skillet; set aside.
  • Add remaining oil, onions and garlic to skillet; cook 5 min. or until onions are crisp-tender. Add flour; cook and stir 1 min. Add beef broth; cook 5 min. or until thickened, stirring frequently to scrape browned bits from bottom of skillet. Add carrots, barbecue sauce, thyme and bay leaf; stir. Bring to boil. Remove from heat. Stir in meat. Spoon into 3-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Bake 1-1/4 hours. Add potatoes and squash; cover. Bake additional 45 min. or until meat is tender. Remove and discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 390 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 18 g

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use a combination of beef broth and red wine as the liquid base for the stew.
  • Sear the beef cubes in hot oil before adding them to the stew pot. This will help to brown the meat and develop its flavor.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your stew, such as carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and butternut squash. This will add color and texture to the dish.
  • Add herbs and spices to your stew to taste. Some popular options include thyme, rosemary, sage, garlic, and paprika.
  • Simmer the stew for at least 1 hour, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
  • Serve the stew with a side of bread, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

This aromatic beef stew with butternut squash is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The beef is tender and juicy, the vegetables are cooked to perfection, and the broth is rich and flavorful. This stew is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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