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Braised Beef with Potatoes and Peas

A quick and comforting one-pot meal with tender beef, soft potatoes, and sweet peas in a savory sauce. Ready in about 30 minutes, perfect for a busy weeknight.

Total time
30 min
Servings
4
Calories
420
Protein
30g
Braised Beef with Potatoes and Peas
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high. Add 1 lb beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove beef and set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Add 1 sliced onion to the pot and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Return beef to pot, add 2 cups beef broth, and bring to a simmer.

  3. Step 3

    Add 1 lb diced potatoes and simmer covered until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in 1 cup frozen peas and cook 2 more minutes until heated through. Season with salt and pepper.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • wooden spoon

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