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Ann's Shopping Trip Beef Stew Recipe

This hearty beef stew is perfect for busy days! Whether you're running errands, hitting the slopes, or simply need a comforting meal, this recipe delivers rich, flavorful beef simmered to perfection. Its long, slow cook time allows the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in a tender, melt-in-your-mouth stew that's ideal for a cozy night in. Serve with crusty French bread or sourdough for dipping into the delicious, savory gravy. #beefstew #slowcooker #comfortfood #easyrecipe #weeknightdinner

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 320 mins
Calories 502.7 kcal
Protein 62g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ann's Shopping Trip Beef Stew

  • 1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (8 ounce) package mushrooms, sliced
  • Soft Breadcrumbs (not found in recipe)
  • Tapioca (not found in recipe)
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • Sugar (not found in recipe)
  • 1 cup dry red wine (like Burgundy or Pinot Noir)
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
  • 2 medium red potatoes, cubed
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 2 tbsp cold water (optional, for thickening)

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How to Make Ann's Shopping Trip Beef Stew

  1. In a large (6-quart) oven-safe Dutch oven or casserole dish, spread 1.5 lbs of cubed beef stew meat.
  2. Add 1 large chopped onion, 2 carrots (chopped), 2 celery stalks (chopped), and 3 cloves minced garlic.
  3. Sprinkle 2 tbsp of all-purpose flour over the vegetables and beef, and stir to coat.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of beef broth, 1 cup of red wine (optional, can substitute with additional broth), 1 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 1 bay leaf, salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Cover and cook at 250°F (120°C) for 4-5 hours, or until the beef is incredibly tender. Stir gently after 3 hours.
  6. Remove the bay leaf before serving. If desired, thicken the stew by mixing 1 tbsp of cornstarch with 2 tbsp of cold water and stirring it into the stew during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
  7. Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping. This stew freezes well for future meals!
  8. For a slow cooker version: Follow steps 1-4, then cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

39g

Fat

55g

Carbs

8g

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