This Sweet & Savory Beef Stew is so delicious. It is a wonderful stew which will warm you on even the coldest day. The sauce is naturally sweetened from the addition of dried cherries and the butternut squash. I think this sweetness complements the tenderness of the beef beautifully.
It’s really easy to make too, although it has a long cooking time to ensure the most tender beef pieces. I start by browning the beef. Then I fry the shallots and add herbs and seasonings. I pour in the broth and scrape any brown bits from the bottom – you want these for the flavor! I stir in the butternut squash and place the stew in the oven for an hour. Stir in the cherries and cook for another 30 minutes before serving with rice, pasta or potatoes. Yum!
To make Sweet & Savory Beef Stew, you will need the following ingredients:
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Place the beef cubes in a large ovenproof saucepan or Dutch oven with 1½ teaspoons of the canola oil. Cook over medium heat until the meat is browned on all sides. Transfer the browned beef pieces to a plate.
Reduce heat to medium-low. In the same pan, cook the shallot while stirring for 1 minute.
Mix in the thyme, sage, salt and pepper. Stir and cook for 30 seconds..
Put the beef back in the pot and sprinkle with flour.
Cook the beef and flour for a further three minutes. Stir often to ensure the flour doesn’t burn.
Add the broth and scrape any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Cooking for another 2 minutes until the sauce begins to bubble and thickens slightly.
Stir in the squash and place the lid on the saucepan or Dutch oven.
Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven.
Add the cherries and continue to bake the stew in the oven for a further 30 minutes.
Serve with potatoes, rice or pasta.
Sweet & Savory Beef Stew is a great beef stew to make on a winter evening. Try it soon and don’t forget to come back and leave a comment with your thoughts.
I made this Sweet & Savory Beef Stew for my friends last weekend, and it was a hit! The dried cherries made it so unique and delicious. I usually struggle with cooking beef, but this recipe was simple and turned out perfect. Everyone asked for the recipe! I felt so proud serving it.
This stew is great! My husband and kids loved it on a chilly night. It was simple to make and very tasty.
This beef stew is exceptional! I made it for my wife's birthday, and it turned out perfect. The sweetness from the cherries really adds a unique touch. Will make again for sure!
Superb flavor combo! Made this stew on a chilly night, and it was a big hit with me and my friends. Warmed us right up. Loved the sweetness!
Simplest stew ever! I made this for a chilly evening and it warmed my heart. The sweetness from the cherries really brought everything together. Perfect dish for cozy nights in!
Epic! Made this stew last weekend, and my hubby couldn't get enough! Perfect blend of flavors, felt like a warm hug on a chilly night. Super simple to whip up too! Will defo do it again. Love it!
Superb flavor boost
Wow! This stew made our family dinner exceptional! My kids usually shy away from squash, but they gobbled it up! I followed the recipe to the letter, and the mix of sweet cherries with tender beef was absolute perfection. Definitey making this again!
This stew is my go-to for cozy nights!
This stew is exceptional! Made it on a chilly evening, and my wife loved how tender the beef was. Perfect for family!
This stew was great! Perfect for cold nights. I made it last week and it warmed my heart. I love how simple it is with just a few ingredients!
I'm so greatful for this recipe. I made it for a cozy night in and it was perfect. The sweetness of the cherries with the beef brought back memories of my grandma's cooking.
I made this stew for my family on a chilly night and we loved it! The dried cherries added a unique twist. Simple to make and so hearty! Perfect for cozy dinners.
Yummy!
Simply the best!
