Beef Stew Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. extra lean beef for stew; 2 to 3 Tbsp. shortening; 1 envelope Lipton soup mix*; 6 c. hot water; 4 medium potatoes, cut, peeled and cubed; 4 carrots, cut in 1 inch slices; 1/2 green pepper, cut in strips; 1 c. sliced celery; 1 medium onion, diced; 1/2 c. frozen peas; 1/2 c. frozen corn; 1 c. frozen green beans; 1 or 2 beef bouillon; 1 bay leaf

Servings: persons

2 lb. extra lean beef for stew
2 to 3 Tbsp. shortening
1 envelope Lipton soup mix*
6 c. hot water
4 medium potatoes, cut, peeled and cubed
4 carrots, cut in 1 inch slices
1/2 green pepper, cut in strips
1 c. sliced celery
1 medium onion, diced
1/2 c. frozen peas
1/2 c. frozen corn
1 c. frozen green beans
1 or 2 beef bouillon
1 bay leaf

1
Coat meat with the flour, salt and pepper.
2
Melt shortening in a Dutch oven or large pot.
3
Brown meat thoroughly in the hot shortening.
4
Add envelope of soup mix and the water.
5
Heat to boiling, then reduce heat, cover and simmer 2 hours.
6
Stir in carrots, green pepper, onion, celery, bouillon cubes (2) and bay leaf.
7
Simmer 15 more minutes.
8
Add potatoes and simmer another 20 to 30 minutes.
9
Add frozen vegetables.
10
Stir well and simmer about 5 more minutes or turn off heat and let set about 10 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
11
If you prefer thicker stew combine 1 cup cold water with 3 tablespoons flour; stir in stew and heat to boiling.
12
Boil and stir 1 minute.
13
Remove bay leaf.

822

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. extra lean beef for stew, 2 to 3 Tbsp. shortening, 1 envelope Lipton soup mix*, 6 c. hot water, and more.

Yes, Beef Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Beef Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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