Old-Fashioned Beef Stew Recipe

Name: Old-Fashioned Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. beef chuck, cut in 1 1/2-inch cubes; 2 Tbsp. fat; 2 c. boiling water; 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce; 1 clove garlic; 1 medium onion, sliced; 1 to 2 bay leaves; 1 Tbsp. salt; 1 tsp. sugar; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 1/2 tsp. paprika; dash of allspice or cloves; 6 carrots, cut in 3-inch pieces; 3 c. cubed potatoes; 12 to 18 small white onions

Servings: persons

2 lb. beef chuck, cut in 1 1/2-inch cubes
2 Tbsp. fat
2 c. boiling water
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic
1 medium onion, sliced
1 to 2 bay leaves
1 Tbsp. salt
1 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. paprika
dash of allspice or cloves
6 carrots, cut in 3-inch pieces
3 c. cubed potatoes
12 to 18 small white onions

1
Thoroughly brown meat on all sides in fat, turning often. Add boiling water, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, sliced onion, bay leaves and seasoning.
2
Cover and simmer, don't boil, for 1 1/2 hours.
3
Stir occasionally to keep from sticking.
4
Remove bay leaves and garlic clove.
5
Add remaining vegetables.
6
Cover and cook 30 minutes more or until vegetables are done.
7
Remove meat and vegetables and thicken liquid for gravy, if desired.

1965

kcal

Calories

159

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. beef chuck, cut in 1 1/2-inch cubes, 2 Tbsp. fat, 2 c. boiling water, 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce, 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.

Old-Fashioned Beef Stew

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