Plain Brown Beef Stew Recipe

Name: Plain Brown Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces bacon; olive oil; 4 lbs beef stew meat; 1 sliced carrot; 2 cups sliced onions; 3 cups of young red wine; 3 cups beef stock; 1 imported bay leaf; 1 teaspoon thyme; 2 inches piece orange peel; 1 large tomatoes, cut into chunks; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 3 garlic cloves; salt and pepper; 4 potatoes; 3 tablespoons flour; 2 1/2 tablespoons soft butter, melted

Servings: persons

6 ounces bacon
olive oil
4 lbs beef stew meat
1 sliced carrot
2 cups sliced onions
3 cups of young red wine
3 cups beef stock
1 imported bay leaf
1 teaspoon thyme
2 inches piece orange peel
1 large tomatoes, cut into chunks
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3 garlic cloves
salt and pepper
4 potatoes
3 tablespoons flour
2 1/2 tablespoons soft butter, melted

1
Cook the bacon until it is browned.
2
Brown the stew meat in the fat the bacon has rendered adding olive oil as needed.
3
Brown the carrot and onion.
4
Add the wine, beef stock, bay leaf, thyme, orange peel, tomato, tomato paste and garlic.
5
Simmer for 3 - 4 hours or until the stew meat is tender.
6
Add salt and pepper to taste.
7
Add the potatoes.
8
Mix the flour and butter and add to the stew.
9
Cook on high until the potatoes are cooked.

1755

kcal

Calories

102

Fat

Carbs

145

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ounces bacon, olive oil, 4 lbs beef stew meat, 1 sliced carrot, and more.

Yes, Plain Brown 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Plain Brown Beef Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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