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: 1 1/4 lb. boneless beef round steak, cut into 1-inch cubes and fat trimmed; 1 Tbsp. diet imitation margarine; 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce; 2 bay leaves; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/2 tsp. paprika; dash of ground cloves; 8 medium carrots, quartered; 4 small potatoes, peeled and quartered; 4 small onions, quartered; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch

Servings: persons

1 1/4 lb. boneless beef round steak, cut into 1-inch cubes and fat trimmed
1 Tbsp. diet imitation margarine
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
2 bay leaves
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. paprika
dash of ground cloves
8 medium carrots, quartered
4 small potatoes, peeled and quartered
4 small onions, quartered
1 Tbsp. cornstarch

1
In Dutch oven, brown beef in margarine.
2
Add next 5 ingredients, 1 1/2 cups hot water, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
3
Cook, covered, 1 1/4 hours; stir often.
4
Remove bay leaves; add vegetables.
5
Cook, covered, 30 to 45 minutes. Drain; reserve liquid.
6
Skim fat.
7
Add water to liquid to equal 1 1/4 cups; return to Dutch oven.
8
Combine cornstarch and 1/4 cup cold water; stir into hot liquid.
9
Cook and stir until thickened; stir in beef and vegetables.
10
Heat through.

538

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 lb. boneless beef round steak, cut into 1-inch cubes and fat trimmed, 1 Tbsp. diet imitation margarine, 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce, 2 bay leaves, 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.

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Old Fashioned Beef Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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