Best 18 Beef And Dumplings Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to discover the art of crafting tender beef and fluffy dumplings, a timeless classic dish that embodies comfort and satisfaction. Let us guide you through the secrets of selecting the finest ingredients, mastering the techniques of slow-cooking, and creating a rich, flavorful gravy that elevates this humble dish to a gourmet delight. From traditional family recipes passed down through generations to innovative twists that add a touch of modernity, we bring you a variety of beef and dumplings recipes that cater to every palate and skill level. So, prepare to tantalize your taste buds and indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience that is beef and dumplings.

Here are our top 18 tried and tested recipes!

JAMIE OLIVER - BEEF AND GUINNESS STEW WITH DUMPLINGS



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There really is nothing like a rich, meaty stew with fluffy dumplings to bring you comfort on a cold winter's day. The cooking time is long, but is absolutely worth it!!

Provided by Chesska

Categories     Meat

Time 2h45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 lbs stewing beef, diced
1 onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 stalks celery, chopped
4 ounces button mushrooms, chopped
4 bay leaves
1 teaspoon thyme
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 (15 ounce) can Guinness stout
3 1/2 cups beef broth
1 1/2 tablespoons flour
2 1/2 cups flour
3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
10 tablespoons cold butter
3 ounces cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 cup milk

Steps:

  • Pre-heat the oven to 350°F.
  • In a large dutch oven, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Toss the meat cubes with the 1 ½ tbsp of flour, and then in batches, brown them until seared. Remove to plate as you go.
  • Add more oil if you need to, then add the celery, onion, and garlic. Cook and stir until the vegetables are soft. Add the thyme and season with salt and pepper. Stir in the mushrooms, bay leaves, broth, tomato paste, and Guinness; bring to a boil, then cover and put into the oven.
  • Let the stew bubble away in the oven for two hours. Mean while, make the dumplings.
  • In a bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, a pinch of nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Cut in your bits of butter with a pastry cutter, and then stir in the cheese. Add milk, stirring until you get a wet dough. You may need more or less, use your judgment.
  • Spoon out portions of the dough about the size of a ping pong ball, roll them with your hands, and place on a cookie sheet. Put them in the fridge to chill while the stew cooks.
  • When the stew is finished, plop the dumplings in one at a time, pushing them under the juices, and then put a lid back on and allow them to cook for another 30 minutes.

HERBED BEEF STEW AND DUMPLINGS



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Meet the Cook: With our supply of homegrown beef, I'm always searching for new ideas on how to cook it. That's the way I came to invent this dish. Everyone loves it! My husband and I have three children, all of them now grown. -Madeleine DeGruchy, Antigonish, Nova Scotia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 medium onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3-1/4 cups water, divided
1 teaspoon dried basil
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 to 2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound baby carrots
3 medium parsnips, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon browning sauce, optional
2 tablespoons cornstarch
DUMPLINGS:
1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley, optional
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. Dutch oven, brown beef in oil. Add onions; cook until onions are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in 3 cups water and all the seasonings. Cover and simmer until the meat is tender, about 2 to 2-1/2 hours. , Add carrots and parsnips; cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in browning sauce if desired. Combine cornstarch and remaining water until smooth; gradually stir into stew. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; boil for 1 minute. , For dumplings, combine the flour, baking powder, parsley if desired and salt. Stir in the egg, oil and water. Drop into six mounds onto simmering stew. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in a dumpling comes out clean (do not lift the cover while simmering).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 882mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

BEEF AND DUMPLINGS



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I never know what to do with leftover pot roast but I had a friend that was taking chemo and wouldn't eat. We had pot roast the night before and I had some left. I fixed this for him and really enjoyed it. Wonderful comfort food.

Provided by Country Cook in Okl

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 cups boiling water
2 tablespoons beef bouillon granules
0.5 (12 ounce) package of dry pasta dumplings
1 (10 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (7 ounce) can mushrooms
1/4 cup butter
1 (1 ounce) package onion soup
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1/2 cup sour cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine water and beef broth granuals and bring to a boil. Add dry dumplings and brink to a boil. Cook just enough to tender. Noodles will finish cooking after added to meat. Drain pasta and save broth.
  • I use recipe #rz.50337 for my roast.
  • Slice leftover roast into strips or chunks.
  • Saute meat in wok or large pan with butter using leftover onion slices and spice mixture that were on top of roast.
  • Combine mushroom soup,dry onion soup, mushrooms,half & half,pepper and 1 cup of broth from dumplings with meat. Cook on top of stove on medium heat for about 10 minutes.
  • Add cooked dumplings and let simmer on low for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • You may add sour cream if you prefer but my family doesn't care for sour cream so I don't use it. I usually don't have to add salt because the roast and broth have enough.

MEXICAN BEEF AND DUMPLINGS



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"My husband and I love this spicy ground beef concoction seasoned with chili powder," shares Sue Gronholz of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. "The cornmeal dumplings-are a fun variation, and they can be stirred up in no time.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds ground beef
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) tomato sauce
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon chili powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
DUMPLINGS:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
2 teaspoons baking powder
Pinch salt
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, brown beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the next eight ingredients. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. , For the dumplings, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder and salt; stir in milk just until combined. Drop into eight mounds onto boiling mixture. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until the dumplings test done. (Do not lift the cover while simmering.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 1095mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

BEEF AND WINE SOUP WITH DUMPLINGS



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Serve with toasted dark rye bread.

Provided by Elizabeth

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons butter
1 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, chopped
3 carrots, chopped
1 ½ cups chopped celery
2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed beef broth
2 cups red wine
2 cups tomato juice
2 cups diced cooked beef
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons margarine, softened
2 eggs
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large pot, saute onion, garlic, carrots, and celery in 2 tablespoons butter until soft, about 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in broth, wine, tomato juice, and beef. Simmer covered for 15 to 20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • In a bowl, mix 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, eggs, flour, and salt until smooth. Drop mixture into soup by small teaspoonfuls. Cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 132.4 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 1011.3 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

BEEF AND PORK PELMENI (RUSSIAN DUMPLINGS)



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A meat-filled dumpling similar to a ravioli that is popular throughout Russia. Serve with sour cream or yellow mustard or vinegar (sour cream recommended). Place the extra pelmeni you have just made that are still on your baking sheet in the freezer until frozen and move to a plastic bag so you'll have pelmeni goodness available for the next few days.

Provided by STF

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Dumpling Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
4 eggs
⅔ cup water
1 pound ground pork
1 pound ground beef
½ cup water
½ onion, finely chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Stir flour and 1 teaspoon salt together in a bowl.
  • Stir eggs and 2/3 cup water together in a separate bowl. Pour into the flour mixture; mix until dough is combined. Turn dough out onto a floured work surface; knead until smooth, about 6 minutes. Place dough in a plastic bag.
  • Combine pork, beef, water, and onion in a separate bowl; season filling with salt and pepper.
  • Turn dough back onto the work surface. Roll and divide into long snakes about 3/4-inch thick. Cut into 3/4-inch-wide segments; flatten into 2-inch circles using a rolling pin.
  • Place a 1-inch-wide scoop of the filling on each dough circle. Fold dough over filling; pinch edges shut. Pinch the 2 opposing corners together behind the flat edge. Place pelmeni on a floured baking sheet.
  • Bring a saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add about 15 pelmeni; cook until they float to the top, 5 to 7 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.5 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Cholesterol 132.2 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 327 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

BEEF AND CHILI STEW WITH CORNBREAD DUMPLINGS



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A hearty Mexican Stew with tender cornbread dumplings. Much of the prep time can be done the day before.Prep time does not include doing the chiles.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Stew

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb fresh poblano chile, rinsed
1 1/2 lbs beef skirt steaks, trim fat
2 onions, peeled and chopped
2 teaspoons minced or pressed garlic
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups fat-skimmed beef broth
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 1/4 cups yellow cornmeal
1 1/4 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onion, including tops
1 large egg
1 1/4 cups low-fat buttermilk

Steps:

  • Place chilies in a 10-by-15-inch pan.
  • Broil 4 to 6 inches from heat, turning as needed until blackened on all sides, about 15 minutes.
  • (I do this on a burner) Then I put them in a plastic bag for about 10 minutes.
  • Peel and discard peels, stems, seeds, and viens.
  • Cut chilies into about 1/2 inch pieces.
  • Meanwhile, rinse meat and pat dry, cut into 1/2-by 1-inch pieces.
  • In a 5 to 6 quart pan over high heat, stir meat, onions, garlic, tomato paste and 1/2 cup broth until liquid evaporates and meat and onions are browned, about 25 minutes.
  • Add chilies, remaining broth, 2 cups water and oregano.
  • Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer until meat is very tender when pierced with a fork.
  • about 1 hour.
  • Stir in corn.
  • In a bowl, blend cornstarch and 1/2 cup water until smooth, add to pan and stir over high heat uitil mixture boils.
  • Pour stew into a 3-quart cassrole (about 9x13 inch).
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Dumplings; In a bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and green onions.
  • In another bowl, beat egg to blend; mix in buttermilk.
  • Add egg to cornmeal mixture and stir just stir until evenly moistened.
  • Drop 1/4- cup portions evenly over stew.
  • Bake about 20 minutes, until dumplings are firm and lightly browned.
  • Spoon portions into bowls, add salt to taste.
  • NOTE; May be assembled thruogh step 9, up to 1 day ahead.
  • Chill airtight.

ENGLISH BEEF STEW AND DUMPLINGS



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Make and share this English Beef Stew and Dumplings recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ncardie

Categories     Stew

Time 2h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb stewing beef
1 lb red potatoes
500 g carrots
2 onions
1 swede
2 leeks
100 g mushrooms
2 stalks celery
beef suet
flour
water

Steps:

  • Peel and chop all vegetables.
  • Brown steak in a large stockpot.
  • Add water to cover.
  • Add all vegetables.
  • Pour over gravy granules.
  • Aimmer for 2 hours.
  • Make dumplings by combining 2oz suet, 4oz plain flour and a little water. Separate into small balls and roll in flour. Add to top of stew half an hour before end of cooking. They are ready when well risen.
  • This recipe freezes very well and is a weekly meal in our home.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523.6, Fat 22.8, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 76, Sodium 227.4, Carbohydrate 54.2, Fiber 10.9, Sugar 18.6, Protein 27.3

CROCK POT- BEEF STEW WITH RED WINE AND HERB DUMPLINGS



Crock Pot- Beef Stew With Red Wine and Herb Dumplings image

Make and share this Crock Pot- Beef Stew With Red Wine and Herb Dumplings recipe from Food.com.

Provided by slcampbell75

Categories     Stew

Time 10h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 lbs lean stewing beef, in 1 inch pieces
4 carrots, in 1/2 inch slices
2 onions, sliced
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup beef broth or 3/4 cup dry red wine
8 sliced mushrooms
14 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes with juice
2 cups white flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine
1 cup 2% low-fat milk
1/4 teaspoon dried sage, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried chives

Steps:

  • Preparation:.
  • Combine the beef, carrots, onions, tomatoes, thyme, pepper, mustard, mushrooms, and wine or beef broth.
  • If you are using wine, use all the salt.
  • If you are using beef broth you might not need it depending on the saltiness of the broth so taste it to see.
  • Cover and cook on a low heat for 8 to 10 hours or a high heat for 4 or 5 hours.
  • The vegetables and beef will become tender.
  • Combine the flour and water and stir this slowly into the beef stew.
  • For Herb Dumplings.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, sage, rosemary, thyme, chives and salt in a bowl.
  • Cut in butter that's been kept at room temperature or use soft margarine.
  • Stir milk lightly into the flour mixture with a wooden spoon and adjust amounts to make sure that you have a moist dumpling dough.
  • Drop spoonfuls of the dough on to the hot beef stew, then cover allow to cook on high for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the herb dumplings comes out clean.
  • Do not overcook dumplings. Dumplings may disintegrate if left to cook too long.

BEEF AND VEGGIE STEW WITH DUMPLINGS



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Hearty and yummy, this will warm you up quick! Add or leave out what you want! It's very easy!

Provided by RAYNBOE

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 1h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup margarine
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed tomato soup
1 (14 ounce) can whole kernel corn, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can peas, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can green beans, drained
1 (13.5 ounce) can spinach, undrained
4 cubes beef bouillon
4 cups water
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
1 pinch garlic and herb seasoning blend (such as Mrs. Dash®), or to taste
1 (16.3 ounce) can refrigerated biscuits (such as Pillsbury Grands®)

Steps:

  • Season the beef with salt and black pepper; heat the margarine in a skillet over low heat, and cook the beef, stirring occasionally, until the meat is browned and tender, about 45 minutes.
  • While the beef is cooking, place the tomato soup, corn, peas, beans, spinach, beef bouillon cubes, water, garlic powder, and garlic herb seasoning in a large, heavy saucepan, and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to a simmer, then add the stew beef. Simmer to blend the flavors, about 30 minutes.
  • Cut each biscuit into quarters, flatten slightly, and gently stir the dumplings into the stew. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, then cover the stew and simmer 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 575.1 calories, Carbohydrate 51.5 g, Cholesterol 59.9 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 31.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1961.2 mg, Sugar 14.2 g

DUTCH BEEF STEW WITH BEER AND DUMPLINGS



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This is pretty darned close to the delicious stew I used to get in the Netherlands. The secret is using a very dark, very malty beer or ale. It's baked in the oven and then finished on the stove, so be sure to use a Dutch oven or pot that can be heated both ways.

Provided by SheCooksToConquer

Categories     Stew

Time 2h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb lean stewing beef, cubed
1/2 cup flour
2 tablespoons oil
1 large onion, sliced
2 minced garlic cloves
1 tablespoon brown sugar
4 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup beef broth or 1 cup stock
12 ounces dark beer
1 cup flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter
2/3 cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325.
  • Dredge beef in flour, then brown in oil in a Dutch oven. Remove and set aside.
  • Brown onion and garlic in pan drippings. Add 1 T brown sugar, 2 t of wine vinegar, thyme, pepper, bay leaf, and chopped parsley.
  • Pour stock over stew, and then add beer.
  • Cover, and bake for 2 hours at 325.
  • While the stew is baking, make the dumplings. Mix the flour, baking soda and salt together. Mix the butter in (I melt it first), and then stir in the milk. Batter should be a little bit dry but fluffy.
  • Remove from oven and place on stove on medium heat. Stir in remaining 2 t of vinegar. When bubbling, drop dumpling batter by the tablespoon into the stew.
  • Cover and simmer 15 minutes.

BEEF STEW WITH ONION GRAVY AND BISCUIT DUMPLINGS



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I LOVE onion gravy in beef stew, absolutely delicious! The lima beans add more protein and the biscuits are great for soaking up that wonderful gravy. And this recipe has the added bonus of making your house smell delicious!

Provided by MA HIKER

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/2 lbs beef tips
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
salt & pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 vidalia onion, very large (cut lengthwise and sliced very thinly)
1/2 cup beef broth
1/2 cup white wine (I use dry Vermouth for my white cooking wine)
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 (16 ounce) bag frozen lima beans (I prefer baby lima beans)
1/2 cup half-and-half
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 (10 ounce) can refrigerated biscuits, 10 count

Steps:

  • Toss the beef tips with the flour, salt and pepper in a large Ziploc bag to coat well. Heat the olive oil in a large pot. Brown the beef in the pan. Once browned, reserve beef on a plate and cook the onions until soft. Return the beef to the pan, add the broth, white wine and basil to the pot. Turn down to a simmer, cover, and let cook for 2 hours (can cook for longer if necessary, just keep on low heat). Toward end of cooking time preheat oven to 350 degrees. Stir the lima beans into the stew. In a measuring cup mix the half-and-half with the cornstarch until the cornstarch is dissolved. Stir it into the stew. Turn heat up to medium-high and heat to almost boiling stirring regularly. Transfer stew to large 9 by 13 glass pan (I actually use a little larger corning ware pan) Open biscuits can and place individual biscuits on top of the stew. Cook in 350 degree oven for 15-20 minutes until biscuits are golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.8, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 7.9, Sodium 653.3, Carbohydrate 46.5, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 5.9, Protein 10.2

BEEF CASSEROLE AND DUMPLINGS



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Good for those cold winter nights. This is one of our favourite old time comfort food recipes adapted from a book "Classic Kiwi Recipes". It reminds me of the dishes my Grandmother and Mother made when I was young.

Provided by Jen T

Categories     Meat

Time 2h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

800 g lean casserole steak (I use topside)
1 large onion
3 carrots
1 medium parsnip
1 tablespoon flour
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon oil
2 cups beef stock or 2 cups beef stock cube, prepared with water
2 teaspoons vinegar
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon chopped parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley
milk, to mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180deg C.
  • Cut steak into 2 1/2 cm cubes.
  • Peel and slice onion, carrots and parsnip.
  • Mix flour, salt and pepper and toss beef in this.
  • Heat oil in frying pan, add beef and brown lightly.
  • Add onion and any remaining flour, stir 2 minutes.
  • Add carrots, parsnip, stock and vinegar.
  • Stir until boiling, then transfer to a casserole dish.
  • Cover and bake for 1-1 1/2 hours.
  • Increase oven heat to 200degC to ensure casserole is boiling.
  • Sift flour, baking powder and salt.
  • Rub in butter, add parsley and mix in enough milk to make a soft dough.
  • Divide into 8 pieces and form into balls.
  • Drop into the bubbling casserole, cover and reduce heat to 180degC again.
  • Cook for 20-25 minutes without lifting the lid.

A WINTER'S WALK BEEF AND CARROT STEW WITH HERB CRUSTED DUMPLINGS



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I named this A Winter's Walk Beef Stew, as it is JUST the kind of hearty and welcoming meal to come back to after a cold and energetic winter's walk! The dumplings are baked for the last 20 minutes on top of the stew and are deliciously crisp and golden, but still fluffy and light underneath. This can be made with minced beef/ground beef as well as braising/stewing steak or chuck steak. I have allowed 2 dumplings per person here - please adapt the quantities to suit, but we always find 2 dumplings each very satisfying! There is no need to serve much else with this filling comforting stew, maybe some steamed cabbage, baby potatoes or greens would be nice.....or a few extra carrots. This serves 4 people with very generous helpings. You may need a walk AFTERWARDS!! A nice glass of robust red wine or a pint of ale would be great accompaniments! This can be made in a crockpot - up to the dumpling stage and then the stew can be put into an ovenproof dish and baked with the dumplings. Likewise, if you are going for a pre-dinner walk - make the stew right up to the dumpling stage, and then finish off when you get home.

Provided by French Tart

Categories     Stew

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 lbs braising beef, trimmed of fat and cubed or 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
2 tablespoons plain flour
1 ounce butter
salt
black pepper
2 medium onions, peeled and chopped
2 -4 garlic cloves, peeled and finely diced
4 large carrots, peeled and diced
2 small turnips (optional) or 2 small swede, peeled and finey diced (optional)
8 ounces chopped plum tomatoes
1/2 pint beef stock (made up with half water and beer or beef stock, made up with half water and wine)
8 ounces self raising flour
1 teaspoon dried herbs (such as parsley, sage, thyme, majoram and rosemary) or 1 tablespoon freshly chopped mixed herbs (such as parsley, sage, thyme, majoram and rosemary)
4 ounces shredded vegetable suet or 4 ounces grated frozen butter
water, to mix

Steps:

  • BEEF AND CARROT STEW:.
  • Toss the meat in the flour that has been seasoned with salt and pepper.
  • Fry the meat in the butter (over a medium to high heat) in a large roomy frying pan or skillet until browned, turning constantly.
  • Remove the sealed browned meat and set aside.
  • Add the onions, garlic and carrots (and optional vegetables) to the same pan and fry for 5 to 7 minutes or until golden and coloured.
  • Put the meat in to a suitable sized oven proof casserole dish or dutch oven, such as a Le Creuset. Add the fried vegetables, tinned chopped tomatoes and the beef stock - mix well, cover with a lid and place into a pre-heated oven 170C/325F/Gas Mark 3 for 2 hours.
  • Twenty minutes before the end of the 2 hours cooking time, take the stew out of the oven, remove the lid and add the dumplings, drop them on top of the stew. Do NOT replace the lid, continue to bake uncovered for a further 20 to 25 minutes or until dumplings have risen and are crusty, crispy and golden brown.
  • Serve immediately with steamed cabbage, greens and baby potatoes.
  • DUMPLINGS:.
  • Mix the flour with the salt, pepper and herbs in a mixing bowl.
  • Stir in the suet or grated frozen butter and then add water VERY carefully and slowly - mixing in between, until the dumpling dough is soft, but not sticky.
  • Shape the dough into 8 round dumplings, and drop them on top of the beef stew 20 minutes before the end of the cooking time.

SMOKED BEEF BRISKET WITH SAUERKRAUT AND DUMPLINGS



Smoked Beef Brisket With Sauerkraut and Dumplings image

Here is our family favorite brisket recipe: This recipe is a combination of cool smoking and good old Pennsylvania Dutch cooking. The smoke flavoring blends deliciously well with the sauerkraut and the dumplings. NOTE: Do not use corned beef brisket, this recipe requires a fresh brisket. Source : Shadows

Provided by Chef Shadows

Categories     Meat

Time 4h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons your favorite barbecue rub, Carolina BBQ Rub
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons other fat
1 large onion, sliced
3 lbs beef brisket
salt and pepper
1 1/2 quarts sauerkraut
2 cups flour
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter
milk

Steps:

  • Rub the brisket with the Carolina BBQ Rub and let sit for 1 hour.
  • Prepare smoker for a 2 hour smoke with cherry and maple woods.
  • Smoke Brisket for 2 hours.
  • Melt butter in a large pan and brown onion slices.
  • Add brisket and sauerkraut.
  • Cover with boiling water and put in the oven at a low temperature for 2 hours or until the meat is tender.
  • To prepare dumplings, sift together the flour, baking powder and salt.
  • Using a pastry blender or two knives cut in the butter.
  • Quickly stir in enough milk to make a soft dough.
  • On a floured surface, roll dough 1/2 inch thick.
  • Cut into 12 squares.
  • Put the squares on top of the simmering beef and kraut.
  • Cover tightly and simmer 20 minutes without removing the cover.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 952, Fat 66.7, SaturatedFat 28, Cholesterol 180.8, Sodium 1340.4, Carbohydrate 41.3, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 3.9, Protein 44.4

BEEF PAPRIKA SOUP AND DUMPLINGS



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Make and share this Beef Paprika Soup and Dumplings recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ElaineAnn

Categories     Hungarian

Time 3h30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon paprika
2 lbs stewing beef
10 cups hot water
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
4 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
3/4 cup lukewarm water

Steps:

  • Using a large soup kettle: Sauté onion and garlic in oil over low heat until soft.
  • Add paprika. meat, and hot water.
  • Add Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  • Cover and simmer 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
  • About 1/2 hour before serving, mix dumpling ingredients together until smooth.
  • Drop dumplings by spoonful into soup (dip spoon in hot broth occasionally to make it easier to drop dough).
  • Continue cooking 1/2 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.6, Fat 20.4, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 103.1, Sodium 553.4, Carbohydrate 40.4, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 0.9, Protein 23.2

BONNIE'S SHORT RIBS WITH BEEF GRAVY AND DUMPLINGS



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Sometimes, we really get tired of potatoes and rice with our entree, and we want something different. So I created a beef gravy and dumpling recipe that really kicked our short ribs up a notch! This more than met our expectations, and it was the perfect complement to the meal. Enjoy!

Provided by BonniE !

Categories     Beef

Time 6h20m

Number Of Ingredients 24

3 to 4 pounds of lean short ribs
1 cup water
½ cup of marsala wine
all purpose organic flour for dredging
oil for frying
1 cup coarse chopped carrots
1 cup coarse chopped onions
1 cup coarse chopped celery
2 cloves minced garlic
½ teaspoon dry leaf thyme
½ teaspoon dry leaf basil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
BEEF DUMPLINGS
4 cups of beef broth made with bouillon is better brand and water.
1 cup all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 tablespoons butter, room temperature
1 ½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons dried leaf parsley
about ¾ cup milk

Steps:

  • 1. Directions Coat the short ribs in flour and fry on all sides in oil over medium heat. Transfer to a large slow cooker. Mix all the ingredients and pour over the short ribs. Cook on low setting for 5 to 6 hours until fork tender.
  • 2. Make beef gravy and dumplings 1/2 hour before meat is done. In a small bowl, add flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic and onion powder, and parsley. Mix dry ingredients well, then add butter. Mash the butter into the flour with a fork, then using your fingers distribute it evenly throughout the flour, then add milk. Stir mixture just until wet. The goal is to make a sticky, moist, spoonable dough.
  • 3. Make sure the beef broth is boiling. Dip your spoon in the hot broth, and then drop spoonfuls of the dough into the simmering broth until the bowl is empty. Turn the heat up and bring it to a boil and then immediately turn the heat to simmer (so it won't tear your dumplings) Put the lid on tight. Cook 20 minutes. NO PEEKING, PLEASE! You will lose your steam, because the heat and steam is what cooks your dumplings. Turn off the heat, set aside. Let the pan rest on the burner for about five minutes before serving. The gravy thickens as it rests.
  • 4. Spoon the gravy over servings of beef short ribs and serve with the dumplings as a side dish with a green vegetable. Enjoy!

BEEF AND STOUT STEW WITH HERB DUMPLINGS



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** For those that do not know, Suet is raw beef or mutton fat. With my father being Irish, I learned early on that not every St. Paddy's Day we HAD to have corned beef and cabbage. In the spirit of the upcoming holiday, I will be posting this recipe along with others to use as alternatives for those of us who aren't huge fans...

Provided by Kristin D

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 8h20m

Number Of Ingredients 18

STEW
2 Tbsp sunflower oil
2 large yellow onions; thinly sliced
8 carrots; sliced
1/4 c all purpose flour
3 lb chuck short ribs or center cut beef shanks; cut into cubes (if these are a bit spendy, you can also use regular stew meat)
2 c stout (i usually use guinness; if you want to use less beer but with more stout flavor, use guinness extra stout, but cut the measurement down to 1/2 or 1 cup)
2 tsp firmly packed brown sugar
2 bay leaves
1 Tbsp chopped fresh thyme
salt and pepper
DUMPLINGS
1 c all purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c shredded suet** (if you would prefer or would like something more cost efficient, regular shortening will work just as well)
2 Tbsp chopped, fresh parsley, plus extra for garnish
1/4 c water

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 225 F. Heat oil in a flameproof casserole dish or dutch oven. Add carrots and onions and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, or until onions are softened. Meanwhile, put flour into a big Ziploc bag. Season well with salt and pepper. Add beef and shake well to coat. Do this in batches if necessary. Reserve any remaining seasoned flour for later.
  • 2. Remove onions and carrots from your cooking dish with a slotted spoon and place in a bowl. Set aside for later. Add beef to your dish, in batches, and cook, stirring frequently, until browned all over. Once finished, return all meat, onions and carrots to the dish and sprinkle in the reserved flour. Pour in your stout and add sugar, bay leaves and thyme. Bring to a boil on the stove. Cover and cook in preheated oven for 7-8 hours.
  • 3. To make your dumplings, sift your flour, baking powder and salt together into a large bowl. Stir in your suet or shortening, parsley and add just enough water to make a soft dough. (If dough is too sticky, add a sprinkle of flour. If dough is to solid, add a touch of water.) Shape dough into balls in the palms of your hands. Add to your casserole or dutch oven, then return to the oven for about 30-35 minutes. Remove and discard the bay leaves. Serve immediately, sprinkled with parsley.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef. Chuck roast, short ribs, and brisket are all good choices for beef and dumplings.
  • Brown the beef well. This will help to develop flavor and prevent the beef from becoming tough.
  • Use a flavorful broth. Beef broth, chicken broth, or vegetable broth can all be used. You can also use a combination of broths.
  • Add vegetables to the pot. Carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes are all classic additions to beef and dumplings. You can also add other vegetables, such as peas, corn, or green beans.
  • Make the dumplings light and fluffy. Use a combination of flour, baking powder, and salt. Add just enough milk or water to form a soft dough.
  • Cook the dumplings until they are cooked through. This will take about 10-12 minutes.

Conclusion:

Beef and dumplings is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a relatively easy dish to make, so it is a great option for busy weeknights. With a few simple tips, you can make beef and dumplings that your whole family will love.

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