Amish Country Stew Recipe

A hearty and comforting Amish Country Stew recipe, perfect for a chilly evening! This recipe, adapted from an Amish cookbook, offers two cooking methods: slow cooker for ultimate convenience or oven-baked for a deeper, richer flavor. Enjoy tender vegetables and savory meats in a flavorful broth – a true taste of Amish country cooking.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 330 mins
Calories 534.1 kcal
Protein 66g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Amish Country Stew

  • 2 lbs beef stew meat
  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery ribs, sliced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 3 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons minute tapioca
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried marjoram
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped

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How to Make Amish Country Stew

  1. **Slow Cooker Method:** Brown the beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add all ingredients (except parsley) to your slow cooker.
  3. Stir to combine thoroughly.
  4. Cook on low for 5-6 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, without stirring.
  5. Add fresh parsley during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
  6. **Oven Method:** Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  7. Brown the beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  8. Combine all ingredients (except parsley) in an oven-safe roasting pan or Dutch oven.
  9. Cover the pan tightly with a lid or foil.
  10. Bake for 5 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
  11. Stir in fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

58g

Carbs

11g

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