Savory Vegetable Beef Stew Recipe

Name: Savory Vegetable Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 medium red potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks; 2 1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms; 4 medium carrots, sliced; 2 celery ribs, thinly sliced; 3 slices bacon, diced; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided; 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided; 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can beef broth; 1/2 cup dry red wine or 1/2 cup additional beef broth; 1 bay leaf; 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed tomato soup, undiluted; 1/3 cup water; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 3 tablespoons cold water

Servings: persons

5 medium red potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
2 1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
4 medium carrots, sliced
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
3 slices bacon, diced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can beef broth
1/2 cup dry red wine or 1/2 cup additional beef broth
1 bay leaf
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water

1
Place the first four ingredients in a 5-qt. slow cooker.
2
In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp.
3
Drain on paper towels.
4
Reserve drippings.
5
In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
6
Add meat; seal and shake to coat.
7
Brown the beef, onion and garlic in drippings and oil.
8
Transfer to slow cooker.
9
Stir in broth, wine or additional broth, bay leaf, thyme, reserved bacon and remaining salt and pepper.
10
Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or until tender.
11
Discard bay leaf.
12
Combine soup and water; add to slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 30 minutes. Combine cornstarch and cold water; stir into slow cooker.
13
Cover and cook for 30-40 minutes or until slightly thickened.

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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

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 medium red potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks, 2 1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms, 4 medium carrots, sliced, 2 celery ribs, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Savory Vegetable 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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Savory Vegetable Beef Stew

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