Hearty Beef Stew with Shells - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Hearty Beef Stew with Shells is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Anna Watson Carl Do yourself a favor and make this ahead of time—it tastes even better the next day.

Ingredients

1 lb. beef stew meat, cut into 1" cubes
kosher salt
Black pepper
1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 ribs celery, diced
1/2 yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 c. red wine
4 c. beef stock
1 14.5-oz. can whole crushed tomatoes
2 dried bay leaves
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
6 sprigs fresh thyme
2 c. pasta shells
2 tbsp. unsalted butter
8 oz. baby bella mushrooms, quartered
1/2 c. Chopped flat-leaf parsley

Instructions

Season beef generously with salt and pepper. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook, turning every 2 minutes, until browned, 6 minutes. Transfer to a bowl with any pan juices.
Add remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil to pot, along with carrots, celery, onion, and garlic. Cook, stirring regularly, until softened, 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add beef and pan juices, wine, beef stock, tomatoes, bay leaves, rosemary, and thyme. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Boil shells until al dente, 8 minutes; drain.
In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and cook until golden brown, 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Remove thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves from the pot and stir in mushrooms and pasta shells. Season with salt and pepper and ladle into bowls. Garnish with parsley.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hearty Beef Stew with Shells good for PCOS?

Yes, this Hearty Beef Stew with Shells recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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