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Beef Stew Or Venison Stew Recipe

This hearty beef or venison stew recipe has been a family favorite for over 30 years! Tender meat, rich gravy, and an abundance of vegetables combine to create a truly unforgettable dish. One lucky taster even declared it the best stew he'd ever had! Perfect for a chilly evening, this recipe is easy to follow and yields a large portion, enough to feed 8-10 people. Try it with beef for a classic flavor or venison for a unique twist!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 240 mins
Calories 309.7 kcal
Protein 47g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Beef Stew Or Venison Stew

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How to Make Beef Stew Or Venison Stew

  1. Coat 3 lbs beef stew meat (or venison) with 1/4 cup all-purpose flour.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons shortening over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the flour-coated meat to the skillet and brown on all sides.
  4. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  5. Add 2 large onions, chopped, to the skillet once the meat is almost browned.
  6. Continue browning until onions are softened.
  7. Stir in 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce.
  8. Stir for another minute to combine.
  9. Transfer the meat and onions to a 5-quart Dutch oven or large soup kettle.
  10. Add 6 cups hot water, 2 beef bouillon cubes (or equivalent), 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 bay leaf, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 6 whole cloves.
  11. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  12. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 hours.
  13. Add 2 cups carrots (chopped), 2 cups potatoes (chopped), 1 cup green bell pepper (chopped), 1 cup celery (chopped), 1 cup mushrooms (sliced), and 1 (28 ounce) can of diced tomatoes.
  14. Cover, and simmer for another 1 1/2 hours.
  15. Remove the bay leaf and whole cloves.
  16. Bring the stew back to a boil.
  17. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour and 1/4 cup cold water until smooth.
  18. Slowly pour the flour mixture into the boiling stew, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
  19. Stir in 1 tablespoon Kitchen Bouquet browning sauce.
  20. Mix thoroughly and allow to simmer for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
  21. If adding peas, stir in 1 cup frozen peas during the last 20 minutes of cooking time.
  22. Serve hot and enjoy! Serves 8-10.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

13g

Carbs

12g

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