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 1/2 to 3 lb. beef for stew, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks; 1/3 c. salad oil; 1/3 c. flour or more; 1 large onion, chopped fine; 4 to 6 carrots, cut into chunks; 5 to 6 medium potatoes, cut into chunks; 1 can English peas, drained; 3 to 4 c. water; 1 to 1 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 small can tomato paste; 1 envelope beef stew seasoning

Servings: persons

2 1/2 to 3 lb. beef for stew, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
1/3 c. salad oil
1/3 c. flour or more
1 large onion, chopped fine
4 to 6 carrots, cut into chunks
5 to 6 medium potatoes, cut into chunks
1 can English peas, drained
3 to 4 c. water
1 to 1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 small can tomato paste
1 envelope beef stew seasoning

1
Coat beef with flour.
2
In 6-quart Dutch oven, heat oil.
3
Brown meat in oil.
4
Remove meat from pan as it browns.
5
Leave meat drippings in pan and add onion.
6
Cook until tender.
7
Stir in 3 or 4 tablespoons of flour and 1 cup of water.
8
Cook until thickened. Add tomato paste, seasoning mix, salt and rest of water (add water gradually).
9
Stir until smooth.
10
Add meat and heat to boiling; stir constantly.
11
Reduce heat to low and cover.
12
Simmer 2 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
13
Add carrots and cook 1/2 hour. Add potatoes and cook until carrots and potatoes are done.
14
Add peas and heat 5 minutes more.

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 to 3 lb. beef for stew, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks, 1/3 c. salad oil, 1/3 c. flour or more, 1 large onion, chopped fine, 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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