Favorite Beef Stew Recipe

Name: Favorite Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. boneless beef chuck, fat trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes; salt, pepper and flour; 1 1/2 Tbsp. butter or margarine; 1 Tbsp. salad oil; 2 sweet red onions, finely chopped; 1 carrot, thinly sliced; 1 clove garlic, minced or pressed; 1 tsp. salt; 2 bay leaves; 1 1/2 c. vegetable juice

Servings: persons

1
Sprinkle beef cubes with salt and pepper; coat lightly with flour, shaking off excess.
2
Brown beef cubes, about half at a time, well on all sides in mixture of butter and oil heated in a large, heavy frying pan or Dutch oven, removing and reserving them as they brown.
3
When all beef is browned, cook onion in same pan, stirring frequently until soft and lightly browned.
4
Return beef to pan; mix in carrot, garlic, the 1 teaspoon salt, bay leaves and vegetable juice.
5
Bring to boiling; cover.
6
Reduce heat.
7
Simmer until beef is tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
8
With a slotted spoon, remove beef to a warm serving dish and keep warm.
9
Skim and discard fat from cooking liquid.
10
Bring to boiling.
11
Cook until slightly thickened.
12
Pour over beef.

527

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lb. boneless beef chuck, fat trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes, salt, pepper and flour, 1 1/2 Tbsp. butter or margarine, 1 Tbsp. salad oil, and more.

Yes, Favorite 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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Favorite Beef Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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