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Hearty Carne con Papas

Cozy Up with Hearty Carne con Papas: Your Best Comfort Dish

Hearty Carne con Papas is a comforting Mexican beef and potato stew that warms the soul.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 lbs Beef Chuck Roast Choose well-marbled cuts for tenderness and flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt Adjust according to your taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Modify for your heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Feel free to substitute with fresh garlic for bolder flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Thyme works as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Essential for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 2 cups Roma Tomatoes (or canned) Forms the base of the sauce.
  • 1 cup White Onion Yellow onion can be used.
  • 1 medium Serrano Pepper Can be replaced with jalapeño.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves Fresh for flavor.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Consider low-sodium options.
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Remove before serving.
  • 4 medium Russet Potatoes (or Yukon Gold) Soaks up the sauce.
  • 1 cup Cilantro Ideal for garnish.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Fluffy White Rice Complements the stew.
  • 8 pieces Warm Tortillas Perfect for dipping.
  • 1 large Zesty Avocado Salad Refreshing contrast.

Equipment

  • large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut the beef chuck roast into bite-sized pieces and season with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, dried oregano, and ground cumin. Marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and brown on all sides for 8-10 minutes.
  3. Blend together Roma tomatoes, chopped white onion, serrano pepper, garlic cloves, and any remaining salt until smooth.
  4. Strain the sauce into the pot with the beef, add a bay leaf, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Peel and cube russet potatoes and stir into the beef mixture. Cover and cook for an additional 25 minutes.
  6. Remove the bay leaf and stir in chopped cilantro. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow flavors to meld; serve with rice or tortillas for a complete meal.

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