Ingredients for Secret Ingredient Beef Stew
- 2 lbs beef stew meat
- 1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 2 tablespoons beef bouillon granules
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can beef broth
- 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
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How to Make Secret Ingredient Beef Stew
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown beef cubes in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Set aside.
- Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Return the browned beef to the pot. Stir in Italian salad dressing, beef broth, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5-2 hours, or until the beef is very tender.
- Add potatoes, additional carrots, and additional onion. Cover and simmer for another 30-45 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour and cold water until smooth. Slowly pour the mixture into the stew, stirring constantly. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the stew has thickened to your desired consistency.
- Remove the bay leaf. Season with salt to taste. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
50 g
Sugar
30g
Fat
90g
Carbs
14g
