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This classic stick-to-your-ribs stew is the ideal project for a chilly weekend. Beef, onion, carrots, potatoes and red wine come together in cozy harmony. If you are feeding a crowd, good news: It doubles (or triples) beautifully.

beef stew recipes

Beef Stew Recipe

beef stew recipes

This easy beef stew recipe is a family favorite. Tender veggies and beef in a rich brown broth!

Prep: 20min

Total: 90min

Yield: 8

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 444 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 28 g, Saturated Fat 9 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 383 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds stewing beef (trimmed and cubed)
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion (chopped)
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • ½ cup red wine (optional)
  • 1 pound potatoes (peeled and cubed)
  • 4 carrots (cut into 1 inch pieces)
  • 4 stalks celery (cut into 1 inch pieces)
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (or 1 sprig fresh)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • ¾ cup peas

Instruction:

  1. Combine flour, garlic powder and salt & pepper. Toss beef in flour mixture.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot. Cook the beef and onions until browned.
  3. Add beef broth and red wine while scraping up any brown bits in the pan.
  4. Stir in all remaining ingredients except for peas, cornstarch and water. Reduce heat to medium low, cover and simmer 1 hour or until beef is tender (up to 90 minutes).
  5. Mix equal parts cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly add the slurry to the boiling stew to reach desired consistency (you may not need all of the slurry).
  6. Stir in peas and simmer 5-10 minutes before serving . Season with salt & pepper to taste.

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FAQ

What is the secret to good stew?

Give stew plenty of time

For most types of stew, it takes time to develop great flavor. Stew uses collagen-rich, tough cuts of meat, which need at least two hours to break down. If you try to rush it and boil the stew, the muscle fibers will shrink and become tough. So give yourself a few hours to let it do its thing.

What can I add to beef stew to make it taste better?

Here are 10 ways to really boost the flavor of chili and stew.
  1. Season as you go. …
  2. Include dried mushrooms. …
  3. Stir in caramelized onions. …
  4. Swap in roasted garlic. …
  5. Simmer with whole spices. …
  6. Up the umami with miso paste. …
  7. Spice it up. …
  8. Stir in a spoonful of fish sauce.

Why add vinegar to beef stew?

The addition of the vinegar adds subtle acidity that balances well with the soy sauce and the honey giving this otherwise super hearty beef stew a nice lightness to it. Feel free to add sweet potato noodles(glass noodles) or egg noodles to this dish, serve it alongside rice, or as-is.

What is the secret to tender beef stew?

The most important key to making stew meat tender is being sure to cook it for a long time. If you want super tender beef, you’ll need to cook it on a low heat in a Dutch oven on the stove or a slow cooker for at least a few hours.

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Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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