Best 10 Beef Or Venison Stew Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Indulge in a hearty and flavorful culinary experience with our enticing beef or venison stew recipes. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a special occasion, these stews are brimming with succulent meat, tender vegetables, and a rich, savory broth that will warm your soul.

Dive into the classic Beef Stew, a timeless dish featuring tender beef chunks braised in a flavorful combination of red wine, beef broth, and aromatic herbs. Experience the rustic charm of the Irish Beef Stew, where tender beef and hearty vegetables simmer in a Guinness-infused broth, creating a symphony of flavors.

For a taste of the wild, try our Venison Stew, where succulent venison is paired with earthy mushrooms, aromatic juniper berries, and a red wine reduction, resulting in a gamey yet refined stew. Vegetarians and vegans can delight in our delectable Vegetable Stew, a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables, beans, and a rich vegetable broth, offering a wholesome and satisfying meal.

Each recipe is carefully crafted to guide you through the process of preparing these stews, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you prefer the classic comfort of beef stew, the hearty charm of Irish stew, the wild flavors of venison stew, or the wholesome goodness of vegetable stew, our recipes will lead you to a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

VENISON STEW



Venison Stew image

I had no choice but to learn to cook some years ago while my wife recuperated from surgery. But I found I really enjoyed trying different recipes and adapting them to my own taste-that's how my now-famous venison stew recipe came to be! -Gene Pitts, Wilsonville, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 pounds venison stew meat
3 large onions, coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
3 cups water
7 potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 pound carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cold water
Browning sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Brown meat on all sides. Remove from pan. Add onions to the same pan; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 5-7 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Add water, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, oregano, salt, pepper. Return meat to pan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until meat is tender, 1-1/2 to 2 hours., Add potatoes and carrots. Continue to cook until vegetables are tender, 30-45 minutes. Remove and discard bay leaf. In a small bowl, mix flour and cold water until smooth; stir into Dutch oven. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. If desired, stir in browning sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 791mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

A CLASSIC FRENCH VENISON STEW RECIPE



A Classic French Venison Stew Recipe image

This classic French venison stew takes on deep, delicious flavors cooked with wine, stock, and veggies in the oven in this easy recipe.

Provided by Rebecca Franklin

Categories     Entree     Dinner     Lunch

Time 9h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds venison (cubed)
1 cup yellow or white onions (chopped)
3 medium carrots (cut into 1/4-inch slices)
1/4 cup celery (finely chopped)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed rosemary
1 cup dry red wine
3/4 cup beef stock
5 slices bacon (chopped)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon tomato paste
1 1/2 cups mushrooms

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Put the venison on one side of a large baking dish. Put the onions, carrots, and celery on the opposite side. Sprinkle the salt, pepper, and the dried herbs evenly over the meat and vegetables.
  • Combine the beef stock and red wine. Pour the mixture over the meat and vegetables. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for 8 hours, or up to overnight.
  • Remove the meat and vegetables from the marinade to separate bowls. Reserve the marinade for use later in this recipe.
  • In a large Dutch oven or other heavy-duty pot, add the bacon and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until it crisps.
  • Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Pat the venison dry with paper towels. Toss the meat chunks with the flour. Brown the meat in the bacon grease over medium-high heat in batches if necessary, until golden. Replenish the pan with vegetable oil if needed.
  • Return all the meat to the pot. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring continually until the meat and paste are combined, about 1 minute.
  • Add the mushrooms, marinated vegetables, crisped bacon, and the reserved marinade to the pot.
  • Cook the mixture, covered, on low heat until the meat and vegetables are tender, and the sauce has thickened, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 129 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 51 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 383 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 7 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

VENISON STEW I



Venison Stew I image

A substantial satisfying meal. This stew is tasty served over rice or large egg noodles.

Provided by BUCHKO

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 pounds venison stew meat
3 onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 bay leaf
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon salt
3 cups water
7 small potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 pound carrots, cut into 1 inch pieces
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup water

Steps:

  • In a skillet, deeply brown the meat in oil. Add onions, garlic. Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, oregano, salt, and water. Simmer, covered, for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until meat is tender.
  • Add potatoes and carrots; cook until tender.
  • Combine flour and water. Stir into the stew. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.4 calories, Carbohydrate 44.6 g, Cholesterol 110.2 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 34.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 1146.9 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

BEEF STEW OR VENISON STEW



Beef Stew or Venison Stew image

I've been making this stew for over 30 years. It can be made with either beef or venison. A friend of my daughter's really likes this stew. He even told me... "It's the best stew he's ever had!" Needless to say I was quite flattered by his compliment!

Provided by Cindi M Bauer

Categories     Other Soups

Number Of Ingredients 22

1-1/2 lbs. beef or venison stew meat, cut into 3/4" pcs.
1/2 cup flour
2-3 Tbsp shortening (add more if need be)
salt and pepper, season according to taste
1 medium onion, chopped fine
several large dashes of worcestershire sauce
6 cups hot water
2 tsp beef bouillon granules
pinch of dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1 Tbsp. lemon juice (this tenderizes the meat while cooking)
4 whole cloves
5 carrots, sliced thin
4 medium-sized potatoes, cubed small
1/2 to 1 green or yellow bell pepper, chopped fine
1 stalk celery, sliced thin
1 (4 oz.) can mushroom stems & pieces, drained
1 (14.5 oz.) can whole tomatoes, cut up
1/2 cup frozen peas, optional (*see note)
4 Tbsp. flour (l use cornstarch)
1/2 cup cold water
1 tsp. kitchen bouquet browning & seasoning sauce (opt.)

Steps:

  • 1. Coat beef stew meat (or venison stew meat) with flour.
  • 2. In a large skillet, melt the shortening.
  • 3. Add the flour coated meat; season with salt and pepper.
  • 4. When the meat is almost browned, add onions, and finish browning.
  • 5. Add the Worcestershire sauce, and stir for another minute.
  • 6. Transfer to a 5 quart Dutch Oven, or a large soup kettle.
  • 7. Add the hot water, bouillon granules, thyme, bay leaf, lemon juice, and whole cloves.
  • 8. Bring to a boil, cover, then reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for 2 hours.
  • 9. Add the carrots, potatoes, green peppers, celery, mushrooms and tomatoes. Cover, and simmer 1-1/2 hours.
  • 10. Remove the bay leaf and whole cloves at this point, then bring back to a boil.
  • 11. Combine the flour and cold water, and add this to the boiling stew; stirring constantly.
  • 12. Finally add the Kitchen Bouquet, and thoroughly mix through.
  • 13. *Note: Sometimes you'll only need 3 tablespoons of flour, mixed with 1/3 cup cold water to thicken the stew. Also, if wanting to add peas to the stew, add the frozen peas within the last 20 minutes of cooking time (while the vegetables are simmering).

BEEF STEW OR VENISON STEW



Beef Stew or Venison Stew image

I've been making this stew for over 30 years. It can be made with either beef or venison. A friend of my daughter's really likes this stew. He even told me... "It's the best stew he's ever had!" Needless to say I was quite flattered by his compliment!

Provided by Cindi M Bauer

Categories     Stew

Time 4h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 3/4-inch pieces or 1 1/2 lbs venison
1/2 cup flour
2 -3 tablespoons shortening (add more if need be)
salt & pepper, season according to taste
1 medium onion, chopped fine
3 -4 dashes Worcestershire sauce
6 cups hot water
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 pinch dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon lemon juice (This tenderizes the meat)
4 whole cloves
5 carrots, sliced thin
4 medium potatoes, cubed small
1/2-1 green bell peppers, chopped fine or 1/2-1 yellow bell pepper
1 stalk celery, sliced thin
1 (4 ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can whole tomatoes, cut up
1/2 cup frozen peas (*See note) (optional)
4 tablespoons flour (I use cornstarch)
1/2 cup cold water
1 teaspoon Kitchen Bouquet, browning & seasoning sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Coat beef stew meat (or venison stew meat) with flour.
  • In a large skillet, melt shortening.
  • Add the flour coated meat; season with salt and pepper.
  • When the meat is almost browned, add onions; finish browning.
  • Add the Worcestershire sauce; stir for another minute.
  • Transfer to a 5 quart Dutch Oven, or a large soup kettle.
  • Add the hot water, bouillon granules, thyme, bay leaf, lemon juice, and whole cloves.
  • Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for 2 hours.
  • Add the carrots, potatoes, green peppers, celery, mushrooms and tomatoes.
  • Cover, and simmer 1-1/2 hours.
  • Remove bay leaf and whole cloves at this point.
  • Bring back to a boil.
  • Combine the flour and cold water, and add this to the boiling stew; stirring constantly.
  • Finally add the Kitchen Bouquet; mix through thoroughly.
  • Serves 8 - 10.
  • *Note: Sometimes you'll only need 3 tablespoons of flour, mixed with 1/3 cup cold water to thicken the stew. Also, if wanting to add peas to the stew, add the frozen peas within the last 20 minutes of cooking time (while the vegetables are simmering).

VENISON STEW



Venison Stew image

Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield about 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds venison stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Essence, recipe follows
2 cups chopped onions
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 cup chopped tomatoes, peeled and seeded
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 bay leaves
1 cup red wine
4 cups brown stock
Salt and black pepper
Crusty bread
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • In a large pot, over high heat, add the olive oil. In a mixing bowl, toss the venison with flour and Essence. When the oil is hot, sear the meat for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the onions and saute for 2 minutes. Add the celery and carrots. Season with salt and pepper. Saute for 2 minutes. Add the garlic, tomatoes, basil, thyme, and bay leaves to the pan. Season with salt and pepper. Deglaze the pan with the red wine. Add the brown stock. Bring the liquid up to a boil, cover and reduce to a simmer. Simmer the stew for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the meat is very tender. If the liquid evaporates too much add a little more stock.
  • Remove the stew from the oven and serve in shallow bowls with crusty bread.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch, published by William Morrow, 1993.

VENISON (OR BEEF) STEW



Venison (Or Beef) Stew image

This rich stew is infused with the flavors of white wine and dill. It's a hearty and comforting meal by itself, but is wonderful with salad and fresh rolls. I really like this made with venison-the meat is so lean.

Provided by Kaarin

Categories     Stew

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/3 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 1/2 lbs lean stew meat, 1 inch cubes (I often use round steaks)
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups beef broth
2 onions, halved and sliced
1 cup white wine (or more broth)
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1 teaspoon parsley
3 potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/3 lb carrot, peeled and sliced
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine flour, salt and pepper in a shallow bowl.
  • Coat meat with flour mixture.
  • Brown meat in oil in a dutch oven or heavy-bottomed stockpot. (I like my meat very browned).
  • Add the onions and garlic and cook till tender.
  • Add hot broth to browned meat, scraping bottom of the pan.
  • Add all remaining ingredients.
  • Simmer slowly till veggies are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.6, Fat 23.8, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 74.8, Sodium 582.8, Carbohydrate 18.7, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.4, Protein 24.2

SLOW COOKER VENISON STEW



Slow Cooker Venison Stew image

An easy to make venison stew to die for.

Provided by BYOUNG1519

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 7h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 stalks celery, diced
½ cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 pounds venison stew meat
salt and pepper to taste
dried oregano to taste
dried basil to taste
1 cup tomato sauce
½ cup dry red wine
½ cup water

Steps:

  • Place the celery, onion, garlic, and parsley in the bottom of a slow cooker. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Brown the venison well in two batches, and add to the slow cooker.
  • Season to taste with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Pour in the tomato sauce, red wine, and water. Cook on Low for 7 to 10 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.1 g, Cholesterol 114.3 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 31.8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 657.2 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

BEEF/VENISON STEW (LL BEAN COOKBOOK) RECIPE



Beef/Venison Stew (LL Bean Cookbook) Recipe image

Provided by á-1009

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 1/2 lb. beef or venison, cut into 1 1/2" cubes
1/2 cup flour
3 tbsp. paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
4 tbsp. butter - divided
2 med. onions
Green beans
Peas
Mushrooms
Carrots
Celery
1/2 cup sour cream
2 cloves garlic
1 tsp. marjoram
11 oz. tomato sauce or diced tom. or combination
1/2 cup red wine
16 oz. can beef broth

Steps:

  • Shake meat cubes in bag with flour, 1 tbsp. paprika, salt, pepper. In Dutch oven melt 2 tbsp. butter and brown the coated venison - do in stages - (if you put too many at a time they will steam and not brown). Remove cubes to warm dish and in same Dutch oven melt 2 more tbsp. butter and saute veggies and garlic. add 2 tbsp. paprika, marjoram, tomatoes and wine. Cover, cook on med. heat for 20 min. Add browned venison cubes and simmer over low heat for 1 1/2 - 2 hours or until meat is tender. Just before serving stir in sour cream.

SLOW-COOKER BEEF STROGANOFF



Slow-Cooker Beef Stroganoff image

The best Slow-Cooker Beef Stroganoff is the kind that makes prep and cleanup a breeze. Plus, creamy beef stroganoff in the slow cooker is one of those delicious classics that never disappoints, especially with our easy steps. Once you brown the beef strips with onion and garlic in butter, add it to your slow cooker with golden mushroom soup, and fresh mushrooms. Enjoy the tasty aromas when you return, and stir in cream cheese and sour cream before serving over noodles for a dinner that's as easy as it is delicious.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 5h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup butter
2 lb boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into 3x1/2x1/4-inch strips
1 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 can (10.5 oz) condensed golden mushroom or cream of mushroom soup
1 carton (8 oz) sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 oz cream cheese, cubed (from 8-oz package)
1 container (8 oz) sour cream
6 cups hot cooked noodles or rice

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add beef strips, onion and garlic; cook 7 to 9 minutes or until beef is browned.
  • In 3 1/2- to 4 1/2-quart slow cooker, mix beef mixture, soup, mushrooms, salt and pepper.
  • Cover; cook on low heat setting 5 to 6 hours or until beef is tender.
  • Stir cream cheese into beef mixture until melted. Stir in sour cream until well blended. Serve over noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 710 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of meat. For beef stew, chuck roast, short ribs, or brisket are good choices. For venison stew, use venison shoulder or stew meat.
  • Brown the meat before stewing. This will help to develop flavor and color.
  • Use a good quality stock. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the stew.
  • Add vegetables that will hold their shape during cooking. Good choices include carrots, potatoes, and turnips.
  • Season the stew to taste. Salt, pepper, and herbs are all good choices.
  • Let the stew simmer for at least 1 hour. This will allow the flavors to develop and the meat to become tender.
  • Serve the stew with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.

Conclusion:

Beef or venison stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious stew that your family and friends will love.

Related Topics