Beef and Potato Stew Over Buttered Ziti

Name: Beef and Potato Stew Over Buttered Ziti
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 3 lb ground chuck; 4 lb small white potatoes; 1 lb carrots; 1 large Vidalia onion; 1 lb ziti rigati; 1 2/3 cup beef broth; 2/3 cup all-purpose flour; 4 tbsp butter; 1 tsp rubbed sage; 1 tsp granulated garlic powder; salt; 1 tsp ground black pepper; water; 1 tbsp salt for pasta water; 2 tbsp vegetable oil

This hearty beef and potato stew served over buttered ziti is rich, comforting, and built for a satisfying family dinner. Tender potatoes, carrots, and seasoned ground beef cook into a thick savory gravy that pairs perfectly with pasta.

Servings12 Portions

Prep Time25 Mins

Cook Time55 Mins

Difficulty

Intermediate

Ingredients

ground chuck
3 lb
small white potatoes
4 lb
carrots
1 lb
large Vidalia onion
1
ziti rigati
1 lb
beef broth
0.3 cup
all-purpose flour
0.7 cup
butter
4 tbsp
rubbed sage
1 tsp
granulated garlic powder
1 tsp
salt
ground black pepper
1 tsp
water
salt for pasta water
1 tbsp
vegetable oil
2 tbsp

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large heavy pot or deep skillet, cook the ground chuck, chopped onion, and a generous pinch of salt over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion has softened.

While the beef cooks, wash and cut the potatoes into bite-size pieces. Lightly season them with salt, then add them to the pot and stir to coat in the beef and onion mixture.

Peel the carrots and slice them on the diagonal. Add the carrots, rubbed sage, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir well, then cover and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 20 to 25 minutes.