Old-Fashioned Beef Stew

Name: Old-Fashioned Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. flour; 1 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 2 lb. beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 Tbsp. shortening; 6 c. hot water; 3 pared medium potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces; 4 carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 green pepper, cut in strips; 1 c. celery, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/2 c. diced onions; 1 Tbsp. salt; 2 beef bouillon cubes; 1 bay leaf

Eats Now Editorial Team · 929 kcal · Soups & Stews

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Old-Fashioned Beef Stew – a delicious recipe with flour, salt, pepper, beef stew meat, shortening, hot water. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Soups & Stews

Servings: persons

1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 lb. beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 Tbsp. shortening
6 c. hot water
3 pared medium potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 green pepper, cut in strips
1 c. celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 c. diced onions
1 Tbsp. salt
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 bay leaf

1
Mix flour, 1 teaspoon salt and the pepper.
2
Coat meat with flour mixture.
3
Melt shortening in a large skillet; brown meat thoroughly.
4
Add water; heat to boiling.
5
Reduce heat; cover and simmer 2 hours.
6
Stir in remaining ingredients.
7
Simmer 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

929

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. flour, 1 tsp. salt, 1/4 tsp. pepper, 2 lb. beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Old-Fashioned 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
929 kcal
Category
Soups & Stews

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