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Name: Cozy Newfoundland-Style Ground Beef Stew
Prep time: 40 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (preferably lean); 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced; 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced; 1 cup parsnip, peeled and diced; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 3 cups low-sodium beef broth; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp dried rosemary; 1 bay leaf; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp salt (to taste); 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 cup frozen peas; 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Cozy Newfoundland-Style Ground Beef Stew

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This cozy Newfoundland-style ground beef stew is inspired by the region’s love of hearty, wholesome meals that warm you from the inside out—perfect for a cool evening. The combination of browned beef, sweet root vegetables, and aromatic herbs creates a deeply satisfying dish. Tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce bring savory depth, while parsnip and peas add subtle sweetness and color. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this stew is a comforting embrace in a bowl, ideal for enjoying beside a window on a crisp Atlantic night.

Ingredients

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes. Transfer beef to a plate and drain excess fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pot.
Add onion, garlic, carrots, parsnip, celery, and potatoes to the pot. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until vegetables begin to soften and onions are translucent.
Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, allowing it to caramelize slightly for deeper flavor.
Return the browned beef to the pot. Add dried thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Pour in beef broth and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and flavors meld.
Remove lid, stir in frozen peas, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove bay leaf.
Ladle stew into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve piping hot with crusty bread if desired.