Autumn is the perfect time to savor the flavors of pumpkin in a hearty and comforting beef stew. With the abundance of fresh pumpkin available during the harvest season, you can create a flavorful and nutritious dish that combines the best of both worlds. Whether you prefer a classic beef stew recipe with a pumpkin twist or a more innovative take on this traditional dish, there are endless possibilities to explore. Let's dive into the world of pumpkin harvest beef stew and discover the perfect recipe to warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds.
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PUMPKIN HARVEST BEEF STEW
By the time the stew is done simmering and a batch of bread finishes baking, the house smells absolutely wonderful. -Marcia O'Neil, Cedar Crest, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 6h55m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches; remove with a slotted spoon to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Add the pumpkin, potatoes, squash and onion. Stir in the broth, tomatoes and seasonings. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until meat is tender., Remove bay leaves. In a small bowl, mix water and flour until smooth; gradually stir into stew. Cover and cook on high for 30 minutes or until liquid is thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 479mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
HARVEST BEEF STEW
This is a delicious, hearty stew that's perfect for late fall or winter. For the beer, I recommend Sierra Nevada Pale Ale.
Provided by CULINARYJEN
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Beef
Time 2h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat bacon grease in a large pot over medium heat.
- Combine flour with salt and pepper. Coat beef cubes.
- Brown meat in the bacon grease until nicely browned. Remove to a paper towel, and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in the same pot. Cook onions, garlic, carrots, and celery over low heat. Add the vinegar and sugar. Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Deglaze the pan by scraping off the food stuck on the bottom of the pot.
- Return meat to pot. Pour in beer, then stir in parsnips, turnips, red potatoes, parsley, and bay leaves. Reduce heat to medium low. Cover and simmer for 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 918.3 calories, Carbohydrate 43.7 g, Cholesterol 166.3 mg, Fat 52.9 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 56 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 777.2 mg, Sugar 16.2 g
BEEF STEW IN A PUMPKIN
I only made this once last year, but you should have heard the ooohs and ahhs when I brought it to the table.
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Stew
Time 2h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Scrub pumpkin well.
- Heat 3 tablespoons oil in 5 quart casserole over medium heat.
- Add beef in batches to brown on all sides.
- Warm brandy, ignite and pour over beef.
- Transfer meat to platter and set aside.
- In same casserole pot, combine oil, onion, green pepper and garlic, cooking over medium heat about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add stock and madeira and bring to boil.
- Scrape sides and return meat and juices to pot.
- Stir in tomatoes, salt, oregano, pepper, bay leaf, and cloves.
- Cover, reduce heat to low and cook 15 minutes.
- Add potatoes and cook 15 minutes more.
- Stir in zucchini and cook 10 minutes more.
- Add corn, apricots and prunes and cook another 5 minutes.
- Keep stew warm on low heat while preparing pumpkin.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cut pumpkin about 3 or 4 inches from top to form a lid and do not remove stem!
- Scrape out seeds and string fibers from lid and base.
- Brush melted margarine inside pumpkin and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.
- Replace lid and bake pumpkin in roasting pan about 40 minutes.
- Pour juices from pumpkin into stew and stir well.
- Place stew into pumpkin and bake about 15 minutes longer.
BEEF STEW IN A PUMPKIN
Taste of Home. Beautiful presentation. Excellent for fall celebrations. I usually add bay leaf and dried thyme or marjoram to the stew. You can add whatever spices/herbs you prefer.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Stew
Time 5h
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, brown meat in 2 tablespoons oil.
- Add water, potatoes, carrots, green peppers, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and simmer for 2 hours.
- Stir in bouillon and tomatoes.
- Wash pumpkin; cut a 6 to 8 inch circle around top stem.
- Remove top and set aside; discard seeds and loose fibers from inside.
- Place pumpkin in a shallow sturdy baking pan.
- Spoon stew into pumpkin and replace the top.
- Brush outside of pumpkin with remaining oil.
- Bake at 325 degrees for 2 hours or just until the pumpkin is tender (do not overbake).
- Serve stew from pumpkin, scooping out a little pumpkin with each serving.
PUMPKIN STEW
This special stew is the meal our two kids look forward to each fall because we only get to enjoy it when the fresh pumpkins come out of the garden. The stew is cooked and served right in the pumpkin shell. A true taste of autumn, it also makes a pretty presentation at a potluck. -Donna Mosher, Augusta, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h30m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, brown meat in 2 tablespoons oil. Add water, potatoes, carrots, green pepper, garlic, onion, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 2 hours. Stir in bouillon and tomatoes. Wash pumpkin; cut a 6 to 8 in. circle around top stem. Remove top and set aside; discard seeds and loosen fibers from inside. , Place pumpkin in a shallow sturdy baking pan. Spoon stew into pumpkin and replace top. Brush outside of pumpkin with remaining oil. Bake at 325° for 2 hours or just until the pumpkin is tender (do not overbake). Serve stew from pumpkin, scooping out a little pumpkin with each serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 1070mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
PUMPKIN STEW
This is a marvelous autumn potluck dinner. Everyone will be very impressed with this thick beef stew made and served in a pumpkin shell! Use a 10- to-12 pound pumpkin; be sure not to overbake!
Provided by Cathryn Gross
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Beef
Time 4h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Place beef in the saucepan and cook until evenly brown. Mix in the water, potatoes, carrots, green bell pepper, garlic, onion, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer approximately 2 hours.
- Dissolve the bouillon into the beef mixture. Stir in the tomatoes.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Cut top off the pumpkin and remove seeds and pulp. Place the pumpkin in a heavy baking pan. Fill the pumpkin with the beef mixture. Brush outside of the pumpkin with remaining oil.
- Bake in the preheated oven 2 hours, or until tender. Serve the stew from the pumpkin, scraping out some of the pumpkin meat with each serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 592.3 calories, Carbohydrate 61.9 g, Cholesterol 76.2 mg, Fat 27.9 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 1084.8 mg, Sugar 11.3 g
Tips:
- Choose the right beef: Chuck roast or stew meat are good options for beef stew, as they have a good amount of fat and connective tissue that will break down during cooking and make the stew tender.
- Brown the beef before stewing: This will help develop flavor and color in the stew.
- Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor, texture, and color to the stew. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and turnips.
- Season the stew well: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic, onion powder, and thyme to flavor the stew. You can also add other herbs and spices to taste.
- Simmer the stew for at least 1 hour: This will allow the flavors to meld and the beef to become tender.
- Serve the stew with a side of bread or rice: This will help soak up the delicious sauce.
Conclusion:
Pumpkin Harvest Beef Stew is a hearty and flavorful stew that is perfect for a fall meal. The combination of beef, vegetables, and pumpkin puree creates a rich and satisfying stew that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a warm and comforting meal, give this recipe a try!
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