Best 7 Stew For Two Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes evoke a sense of comfort and warmth like a hearty stew, lovingly prepared to perfection. Whether you're seeking a delectable meal for a cozy dinner for two or a delightful culinary adventure, discovering the best stew recipe is essential. With a myriad of flavors, textures, and cooking techniques to explore, this comprehensive guide will lead you on a journey to create an unforgettable stew experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BEEF STEW FOR TWO



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You can plan ahead and prepare this stew in a slow cooker, advises Roger Slivon from Genesee Depot, Wisconsin. With a kick of cayenne, you'll love this savory, hearty Beef Stew for Two.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/2 cups dry red wine or beef broth, divided
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2-1/2 cups beef broth, divided
2 small potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch slices
1 cup sliced baby portobello mushrooms
2 fresh thyme sprigs
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 1 cup wine, lemon juice, soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce; add the beef. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., Drain and discard marinade. In a large saucepan, brown beef in oil. Remove meat and set aside. In the same pan, saute onion until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add 2 cups beef broth and remaining wine. Return meat to pan., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Add the potatoes, carrots, mushrooms, thyme and cayenne. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until vegetables and beef are tender. Discard thyme sprigs., In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and remaining beef broth until smooth. Gradually stir into stew. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 697mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

STEW FOR TWO



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HERE'S an easy stew that's ready in an hour. The tender beef and colorful vegetables are perfect ingredients for a comforting meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, divided
3/4 pound beef cube steaks, cubed
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup water
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup beef broth
1 small potato, peeled and cubed
1/2 small onion, cut into wedges
1/2 cup sliced fresh carrots
1/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 teaspoon onion soup mix
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour and 1/4 teaspoon thyme. Add beef, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. , In a large skillet, brown meat in oil on all sides. Add the water, tomato sauce, broth, potato, onion, carrots, red pepper, soup mix, Worcestershire sauce, rosemary, garlic powder, pepper and remaining thyme. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 45 minutes. Stir in peas. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 5-10 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 987mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 46g protein.

CROCK POT BEEF STEW FOR TWO PEOPLE



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This easy, flavorful beef stew recipe in the crock pot uses lean beef and carrots, potatoes, rosemary, and garlic. It's perfect for two people.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree     Dinner

Time 6h15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 pound stew beef, lean chuck, or beef round
3 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 medium carrots (sliced)
2 small potatoes (diced)
1 small onion (cut into wedges)
1 clove garlic (smashed and minced)
Optional: 1 bay leaf
Dash oregano
Dash rosemary
Salt (to taste)
Pepper (to taste)
2 tablespoons of flour (mixed with about 1/2 cup of cold water)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Cut the meat into cubes.
  • Coat the stew meat with 3 tablespoons of flour.
  • Brown the meat in a skillet with vegetable oil until the meat is quite dark but not burned. The color on the outside will give color to the stew broth as well as add flavor from the browning process.
  • Drain the browned meat well.
  • Add the meat to slow cooker with the vegetables, spices and enough water to cover the ingredients.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours. Don't worry, it can cook longer if your day is longer.
  • During the last 30 minutes of cooking, remove the bay leaf and turn the heat setting to high. When the stew is boiling, stir in a mixture of 2 tablespoons of flour and about 1/2 cup of water. Cook until slightly thickened.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 658 kcal, Carbohydrate 66 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Fiber 8 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 889 mg, Fat 26 g, ServingSize 2 servings, UnsaturatedFat 17 g

SIMPLE BEEF STEW FOR TWO



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Make and share this Simple Beef Stew for Two recipe from Food.com.

Provided by HeatherFeather

Categories     Stew

Time 35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb boneless beef sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon butter
2 large carrots, peeled, sliced
1 cup frozen pearl onions, thawed and drained
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
2/3 cup beef broth
1/3 cup dark beer (or stout)
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Season beef cubes to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Melt butter in a heavy medium skillet over high heat; add beef and saute until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  • Using slotted spoon, remove beef to a bowl.
  • Lower heat to medium-low and add carrots and onions, toss to coat with pan juices.
  • Add flour while stirring and continue to stir 1 minute to lightly toast the flour.
  • Stir in broth and ale slowly, then return the beef (and any juices in the bowl) to the pan.
  • Cover and let simmer until beef and carrots are tender, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes or so.
  • Season again with salt and pepper to taste and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.1, Fat 23.3, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 91.5, Sodium 343.4, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 3.3, Protein 23.5

BEEF STEW FOR TWO ( SLOW COOKER )



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I wanted to make stew, but I didn't want to make a lot so this recipe came out of the darkest corners of my brain. And by the way, this recipe is just enough for two hearty bowlfuls. If you want to double this, go right ahead. Please feel free to adjust the seasonings to your own taste. Submitted to "ZAAR" on December 30th, 2008.

Provided by Chef shapeweaver

Categories     Stew

Time 6h15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 lb beef stew meat, cut into 1 inch chunks
1 1/2 cups potatoes, peeled and diced, cut into 1 inch pieces
3/4 cup carrot, diced
1 1/2 cups beef broth
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Mix flour, kosher salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder together in a large plastic bag.
  • Add beef stew chunks, coating well.
  • Place coated meat into a 2 quart slow cooker.
  • Top meat with potatoes and carrots.
  • Mix together beef broth and worcestershire sauce, and pour over potatoes.
  • Top with bay leaf, and cover.
  • Cook on low for 6 hours.
  • After cooking remove bay leaf and stir so meat and veggies are combined.
  • Serve with your favorite crusty bread.

SHRIMP STEW FOR TWO



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A stew should be as comforting to cook as it is to eat. In this effortless one-pot meal, a spicy, aromatic broth is tinged red with gochugaru, a Korean red-pepper powder. You want to use jumbo shrimp or prawns for this; be sure to get shell-on crustaceans (and head-on if you can), as they're essential to flavoring this simple dish with their incredible nuttiness. Bitter greens and sweet radishes add vegetal heft as well as complexity to the broth, which you should definitely sop up with bread or rice. If seafood dishes like bouillabaisse, cioppino and maeuntang excite you, then this brothy wonder will delight and nourish.

Provided by Eric Kim

Categories     weeknight, soups and stews, main course

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 large shallots, thinly sliced crosswise
Salt and black pepper
4 large garlic cloves, finely grated
1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons gochugaru, plus more to taste (see Tip)
8 ounces broccoli rabe, Tuscan kale or other sturdy bitter greens, coarsely chopped
8 to 10 shell-on jumbo shrimp or 4 tiger prawns, preferably head-on, deveined (about 8 ounces)
6 ounces radishes, thinly sliced (1 ½ cups)
1 tablespoon fish sauce, plus more to taste
Pinch of granulated sugar, plus more to taste
Toasted crusty bread or steamed white rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven or deep skillet over medium-high. Add half of the shallots, season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and starting to brown at the edges, 4 to 6 minutes. Stir in the garlic and ginger, and cook until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  • Add the olive oil and gochugaru, stirring constantly until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Raise the heat to high and add 2 cups water. Scrape the stuck-on bits off the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon, and bring the broth to a boil.
  • Add the broccoli rabe and nestle in the shrimp. Reduce the heat and gently simmer the shrimp, turning them once halfway through, until pink and just barely cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. The broccoli rabe should be bright green and considerably wilted.
  • Stir in the remaining shallots, the radishes, fish sauce and sugar. Taste for seasoning, adding more salt, gochugaru, fish sauce or sugar as needed.
  • Serve the stew in wide bowls with a plate on the side for the shrimp shells, and some crusty bread or steamed rice for sopping up the aromatic juices.

SEAFOOD STEW FOR TWO



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How to pull off an elegant, effortless date night? Make the rich seafood broth the day before, then sear a couple pieces of fish and reheat the stew during the cocktail hour.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     Soup/Stew     Tomato     Kid-Friendly     Snapper     Clam     Mussel     Shrimp     Squid     Celery     Fennel     Bon Appétit     Anniversary     Dinner     Small Plates

Yield 2 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 medium fennel bulb, halved
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 small leek, white and pale-green parts only, sliced
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 bay leaf
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1 pound head-on, shell-on prawns or large shrimp
Pinch of saffron (optional)
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 (28-ounce can) whole peeled tomatoes
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 small snapper fillet, halved crosswise
6 medium sea scallops, side muscle removed
1/4 pound squid, mix of tentacles and bodies
1/2 pound cockles or littleneck clams, scrubbed
1/2 pound mussels, scrubbed, debearded
Small sprigs tarragon (for serving)
1/2 crusty baguette, sliced, toasted
Unsalted butter, room temperature (for serving)

Steps:

  • Thinly slice half of fennel bulb; set aside. Coarsely chop other half. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a medium heavy pot over medium-low. Add chopped fennel, celery, leek, garlic, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are soft but have not taken on any color, 10-12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, remove shells and heads from all but 2 prawns (keep shells and heads for making broth).
  • Once vegetables are soft, increase heat to medium and add prawn heads and shells and saffron (if using). Cook, stirring occasionally, until shells are bright pink, about 4 minutes. Add wine and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Add half of tomatoes and 4 cups water. Bring to a strong simmer, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until reduced by about one-third and flavors have melded, 60-70 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and puree mixture with an immersion blender until smooth (or let cool slightly and puree in batches in a blender). Strain broth through a finemesh sieve into a large measuring glass or bowl (you should have about 3 1/2 cups).
  • Wipe out pot and heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium. Add fennel seeds, reserved sliced fennel, and remaining tomatoes, crushing them with your hands. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until fennel is softened and seeds are toasted, about 5 minutes. Add broth and bring to a simmer.
  • Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a small skillet over medium-high. Season snapper and scallops with salt and pepper. Cook snapper, skin side down, pressing gently with the back of a spatula to ensure contact with pan, until skin is brown and crisp, about 4 minutes. Turn fish and cook until cooked through, about 1 minute more. Transfer to a plate.
  • Cook scallops in same skillet (no need to wipe out) until golden brown and just cooked through, about 3 minutes per side; transfer to plate with snapper. Slice squid bodies into 1/4"-thick rings. Add cockles and mussels to pot with broth. Cook until they just start to open, then reduce heat to medium-low and add squid and all prawns, making sure they're submerged in the liquid. Simmer until cockles and mussels are opened and prawns and squid are just cooked through, about 3 minutes (discard any cockles and mussels that do not open).
  • Divide seafood stew between bowls, placing a head-on prawn on top of each; nestle snapper and scallops into broth and scatter tarragon sprigs over. Serve with bread and butter alongside for dipping into broth.
  • Do ahead
  • Broth can be made 1 day ahead; cover and chill.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of meat. Stew meat is typically cut from chuck roast, but you can also use other tough cuts of meat, such as flank steak or brisket. These cuts of meat will become tender when cooked slowly in a liquid.
  • Brown the meat before stewing. Browning the meat adds flavor and helps to seal in the juices. To brown the meat, heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the meat and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is browned on all sides.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. Vegetables add flavor, texture, and nutrients to stew. Some good choices for vegetables to use in stew include carrots, potatoes, onions, celery, and green beans. You can also add other vegetables, such as tomatoes, zucchini, or squash.
  • Use a flavorful liquid. The liquid you use to make stew is important for adding flavor. Some good choices for liquids include beef broth, chicken broth, or vegetable broth. You can also use red wine or beer.
  • Season the stew to taste. Once the stew is simmering, taste it and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add salt, pepper, garlic powder, or other spices.
  • Let the stew simmer for at least 1 hour. The longer the stew simmers, the more tender the meat will become. Simmer the stew for at least 1 hour, or longer if you have time.

Conclusion:

Stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover meat and vegetables. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying stew that the whole family will enjoy.

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