This hearty Halloween Beef Stew is the perfect blend of spooky and savory, making it an ideal dish for fall gatherings or a cozy Halloween night in. Tender beef chuck is braised in a rich red wine and beef broth base, accompanied by festive potato skulls, carrot pumpkins, and mushroom ghouls for a fun and flavorful twist. While this dish does take some time to make, it is well worth the wait, offering melt-in-your-mouth beef and perfectly tender vegetables in every bite. Serve it warm, topped with fresh parsley, for a spooky, satisfying meal!

Quick Info

⏱️ 240 min • 🍽️ 6 servings • ⭐ 98%

Nutrition

639 cal • 75g protein • 36g carbs • 18g fat

Tags

[North American] • [Dairy-Free] • [Dinner] • [Lunch] • [High-Protein] • [High-Fiber] • [Meal]

Ingredients

• 1 pound Baby Yellow Idaho® Potatoes
• 4 large carrots, peeled
• 8 ounces large baby bella mushrooms
• 3 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut into 2-inch cubes
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 rib celery, diced
• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups dry red wine
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• Fresh chopped parsley, for serving

Instructions Preview

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160˚C).
2. Make the potato skulls: Halve the potatoes…
3. For the carrot pumpkins: Place carrots on …

…and 11 more steps

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Recipe by: Katie Aubin, Mimo Ahmed • From: Tasty