"Beefy" Beef Stew Recipe

Name: "Beefy" Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices bacon, cut up (optional); 3 lb. cube beef; 4 c. water; 1 tsp. salt; 1 1/2 tsp. marjoram; 1/2 tsp. thyme; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 4 onions, cut into 4ths; 5 medium carrots, diced; 3 large potatoes, diced; 1 c. cold water; 1/3 c. flour; 1/4 c. snipped parsley; 1 tsp. browning sauce (optional)

Servings: persons

4 slices bacon, cut up (optional)
3 lb. cube beef
4 c. water
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. marjoram
1/2 tsp. thyme
1/2 tsp. pepper
4 onions, cut into 4ths
5 medium carrots, diced
3 large potatoes, diced
1 c. cold water
1/3 c. flour
1/4 c. snipped parsley
1 tsp. browning sauce (optional)

1
Cook bacon in 4-quart pot, stirring occasionally until cooked. Remove from pot.
2
Add beef and brown.
3
Add 2 cups of water, salt, thyme, marjoram and pepper.
4
Bring to boil; reduce heat.
5
Cover and simmer until beef is tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
6
Stir in onions, carrots and potatoes.
7
Bring to boil; reduce heat cover and simmer 1/2 hour.
8
Mix 1/2 cup cold water and flour; gradually stir into stew.
9
Stir in browning sauce.
10
Bring to boil, stirring constantly for 1 minute.
11
Sprinkle with parsley and bacon.

1231

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

106

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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 slices bacon, cut up (optional), 3 lb. cube beef, 4 c. water, 1 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, "Beefy" 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

"Beefy" Beef Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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