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Cubed Beef
Cubed Beef is a simple, hearty comfort dish built from pantry staples and slow cooking. Popular in mid-20th century American home kitchens, recipes like this relied on condensed soups for rich flavor and convenience. The combination of onion soup and mushroom soup creates a savory gravy that tenderizes cubed beef over hours of gentle cooking. Served over rice, it becomes a satisfying one-bowl meal with deep, beefy flavor and creamy texture. Its minimal ingredients and long simmer make it a dependable, cozy dinner that feels both practical and indulgent.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs beef stew meat (cubed )
  • 1 can condensed onion soup (10.5 oz )
  • 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz can )
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 cups white rice (cooked, for serving)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Beef

  • Pat cubed beef dry.
  • Place beef into a Dutch oven or slow cooker.

Step 2: Add Soups

  • Pour the condensed onion soup over the beef.
  • Add the condensed cream of mushroom soup.
  • Stir gently to coat the meat evenly.

Step 3: Add Liquid

  • Add 1 cup water.
  • Stir until mixture is combined.

Step 4: Slow Cook

  • Cover and cook on low heat for 3 hours or longer.
  • Stir occasionally if using stovetop or oven.
  • Cook until beef is tender and gravy is thickened.

Step 5: Serve

  • Spoon hot cubed beef and gravy over cooked white rice.
  • Serve immediately.

Tips

  • Add sliced fresh mushrooms for extra texture.
  • Stir in sour cream at the end for a creamier sauce.
  • Add chopped onions and garlic for deeper flavor.
  • Substitute beef broth for water for richer gravy.
  • Cook in a slow cooker on low for 6–8 hours.
  • Serve over mashed potatoes instead of rice.
  • Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce for complexity.
  • Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 38gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 1150mgPotassium: 720mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Beef, comfort food, easy dinner, gravy, hearty, pantry staples, slow-cooked, vintage
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