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Absolutely The Best Amish Beef Stew Recipe

Warm up on a chilly evening with this hearty and flavorful Amish Beef Stew! This recipe, adapted from an old Amish cookbook, delivers the ultimate comfort food experience. Tender beef, melt-in-your-mouth vegetables, and a rich, savory gravy will have you coming back for seconds. Perfect served with homemade bread (try our Amish White Bread, recipe #26526!). This isn't just a stew; it's a culinary hug in a bowl.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 195 mins
Calories 1291.9 kcal
Protein 36g
Rating 4.5 (17 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Absolutely The Best Amish Beef Stew

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How to Make Absolutely The Best Amish Beef Stew

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons shortening over high heat in a large pot or Dutch oven.
  2. Add 2 lbs beef cubes and brown over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Add 2 large onions (chopped), 4 cups boiling water, 2 teaspoons salt, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon allspice, and 1/4 teaspoon cloves.
  4. Simmer, tightly covered, for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add 2 carrots (chopped), 2 celery stalks (chopped), 2 potatoes (cubed), and 1 cup chopped green beans. Simmer for another 30 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
  6. If needed, add more water to barely cover the ingredients.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup cold water and 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour until smooth.
  8. Gently push the meat and vegetables to the side of the pot. Slowly whisk in the flour mixture, incorporating it into the liquid.
  9. Once the gravy thickens, stir gently to distribute it evenly.
  10. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

53 g

Sugar

32g

Fat

229g

Carbs

17g

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