Classic Beef Stew Recipe

Name: Classic Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary; Salt and pepper; 2 1/2 pounds trimmed beef stew meat, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes; 3 large shallots, quartered lengthwise; 1 pound red potatoes (about 2 large), cut into 1-inch cubes; 6 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch chunks; 4 large ribs celery, cut into 2-inch lengths; 8 ounces shiitake mushrooms, trimmed and quartered; 1 14.5-oz. can diced tomatoes, with juice; 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
Salt and pepper
2 1/2 pounds trimmed beef stew meat, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
3 large shallots, quartered lengthwise
1 pound red potatoes (about 2 large), cut into 1-inch cubes
6 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch chunks
4 large ribs celery, cut into 2-inch lengths
8 ounces shiitake mushrooms, trimmed and quartered
1 14.5-oz. can diced tomatoes, with juice
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

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In a slow cooker, combine cornstarch, rosemary and 1/4 tsp. each salt and pepper. Add beef and toss to coat. Stir in shallots, potatoes, carrots, celery, mushrooms, tomatoes, chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce. Cover and cook on low until meat and vegetables are tender, 5 to 6 hours.
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Using a slotted spoon, transfer beef and vegetables to bowls. Carefully pour sauce from slow cooker into a fat separator. Pour skimmed sauce over meat; discard fat. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, Salt and pepper, 2 1/2 pounds trimmed beef stew meat, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes, and more.

Yes, Classic 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.

Classic Beef Stew

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