Old-Time Beef Stew Recipe

Name: Old-Time Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. beef or venison, cut in 1 1/2-inch cubes; 2 Tbsp. shortening; 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce; 1 clove garlic; 1 medium onion, sliced; 1 or 2 bay leaves; 1 Tbsp. salt; 1 tsp. sugar; 1/2 tsp. paprika; 1/4 tsp. pepper; dash of ground allspice or cloves; 6 carrots, pared and quartered; 4 potatoes, pared and quartered; 1 lb. small white onions; 3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour

Servings: persons

2 lb. beef or venison, cut in 1 1/2-inch cubes
2 Tbsp. shortening
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic
1 medium onion, sliced
1 or 2 bay leaves
1 Tbsp. salt
1 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/4 tsp. pepper
dash of ground allspice or cloves
6 carrots, pared and quartered
4 potatoes, pared and quartered
1 lb. small white onions
3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour

1
In Dutch oven, thoroughly brown meat in shortening, turning often (I roll meat cubes in flour first).
2
Add 2 cups of water and next 9 ingredients.
3
Cover, simmer for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally to keep from sticking.
4
Remove bay leaves and garlic. Add vegetables.
5
Cover and cook 30 to 45 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
6
Slowly blend 1/3 cup cold water into the 3 tablespoons flour.
7
Stir slowly into hot stew mixture.
8
Cook and stir until bubbly.
9
Cook and stir 3 minutes longer.

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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 or venison, cut in 1 1/2-inch cubes, 2 Tbsp. shortening, 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce, 1 clove garlic, and more.

Yes, Old-Time 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-Time Beef Stew

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