Warming Beef and Root Vegetable Stew
A rich, comforting beef stew simmered with fiber-dense root vegetables and fragrant herbs. Designed to be soothing on digestion while providing high-quality protein to support steady energy.
Prep
15 min
Cook
40 min
Total
55 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Kate + Lila
Kate created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthDigestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
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Prep
15 min
Cook
40 min
Total
55 min
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Equipment
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Pre-chopped butternut squash and carrots from the grocery store can be used to minimize preparation time.
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Instructions
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Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a…
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat at 350°F (175°C) for 1 minute until shimmering.
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Add 150g stew beef to the saucepan…
Add 150g stew beef to the saucepan and sear for 4 to 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until a dark golden-brown crust forms on all sides.
Look for: a dark golden-brown crust forms on all sides
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Add 0.5 yellow onion and 2 garlic cloves to the saucepan with the beef, stirring continuously for 2 minutes until soft and fragrant.
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Pour in 1 cup beef broth
Pour in 1 cup beef broth, deglazing the bottom of the saucepan by scraping up any browned bits with a wooden spoon.
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Add 1 carrot
Add 1 carrot, 0.5 cup butternut squash, and 1 tsp fresh rosemary to the saucepan, ensuring vegetables are submerged in the liquid.
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Bring the liquid to a rolling boil
Bring the liquid to a rolling boil, then lower heat to medium-low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer gently for 35 to 40 minutes until the beef is melt-in-your-mouth tender.
Look for: the beef is melt-in-your-mouth tender
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Remove lid and let cool for 3…
Remove lid and let cool for 3 to 5 minutes before serving in a wide bowl. Enjoy warm or store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Allow: 3 to 5 minutes
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