Bucks County Beef Stew Recipe

Name: Bucks County Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons oil; 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut in 2-inch cubes; 1 beef bouillon cube; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 bay leaf; ¼ teaspoon crushed dried thyme leaves; 4 ½ cups water; 6 carrots, cut up; 12 small white onions; ¼ cup cornstarch

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil over medium heat in dutch oven.
2
Add beef; brown on all sides.
3
Add bouillon cube, salt, bay leaf, and thyme.
4
Add 4 cups of the water.
5
Cover; bring to a boil.
6
Reduce heat; simmer 1 1/2 hours.
7
Add carrots and onions.
8
Simmer 1/2 hour or until tender.
9
Mix cornstarch and 1/2 cup water.
10
Add to stew.
11
Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; boil 1 minute.

893

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons oil, 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut in 2-inch cubes, 1 beef bouillon cube, 2 teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Bucks County 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!

Bucks County Beef Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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