Best 6 Beef Stew For A Crowd Recipes

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Indulge in a hearty and flavorful culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to beef stew recipes, catering to all skill levels and taste preferences. From classic to modern interpretations, this article offers a diverse selection of stews that promise to warm your soul and tantalize your taste buds.

Embark on a culinary adventure with our traditional beef stew recipe, a timeless classic that exudes comfort and nostalgia. This hearty dish, simmered to perfection, features tender beef chunks, an array of colorful vegetables, and a rich, savory gravy that will transport you to a cozy cabin on a cold winter's night.

If you're seeking a taste of the Orient, our Asian-inspired beef stew is sure to satisfy your cravings. This unique fusion of flavors combines the richness of beef with the vibrant notes of ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and a hint of spice, creating a harmonious blend that will leave you craving more.

For those with dietary restrictions, our gluten-free beef stew offers a delicious and inclusive option. This hearty stew utilizes alternative thickeners, such as cornstarch or arrowroot powder, to achieve a luscious gravy without compromising on taste or texture. Savor the tender beef and vegetables, all enveloped in a flavorful and satisfying sauce.

For those short on time, our quick and easy beef stew recipe provides a convenient and flavorful option. This streamlined version utilizes a pressure cooker to tenderize the beef and vegetables in a fraction of the time, delivering a delicious and hearty stew without sacrificing depth of flavor.

Finally, our vegetarian beef stew offers a plant-based twist on this classic dish. This hearty and satisfying stew features an assortment of vegetables, beans, and lentils, simmered in a rich and flavorful broth. Enjoy a comforting and nutritious meal that's packed with protein and bursting with flavor.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

STEW FOR A CROWD



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Need a no-fuss feast to feed a crowd? With lots of meat and vegetables, this big-batch stew is sure to satisfy. -Mike Marratzo, Florence, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h

Yield 120 (1-cup) servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

25 pounds beef stew meat
5 pounds onions, diced (about 16 cups)
2 bunches celery, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 14 cups)
About 5 quarts water
1/2 cup browning sauce, optional
1/4 cup salt
3 tablespoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons dried thyme
3 tablespoons seasoned salt
2 tablespoons pepper
12 bay leaves
15 pounds red potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 16 cups)
10 pounds carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 24 cups)
10 cups frozen peas
10 cups frozen corn
4 cups all-purpose flour
3 to 4 cups milk

Steps:

  • Divide stew meat, onions and celery among several large Dutch ovens or stockpots. Add water to fill pans half full. Add browning sauce if desired and seasonings. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 1-1/2 hours or until the meat is tender. Add potatoes and carrots; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender. , Add peas and corn; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes or until heated through. , Combine flour and enough milk to achieve a creamy, smooth paste; gradually add to stew. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

ULTIMATE BEEF STEW



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Ina Garten couldn't possibly have known when she started working on her latest cookbook how much we'd all need comfort food right now. She came up with the concept for Modern Comfort Food more than two years ago, figuring the book would arrive just before the presidential election and that we might be a bit stressed. "Little did I know that 2020 would bring so much more," she says. "Right now I think we just want really simple comforting foods that make us feel good." In many ways, the book seems meant to be. "It was the easiest one I've ever written. I tend to gravitate toward comfort food anyway, and I found that the book just flowed in a way I don't ever remember." Many of the recipes are the culmination of years of experimentation and taste memories. This beef stew was inspired by the takeout stews Ina and Jeffrey ate in their tent when they camped outside Paris in the spring and summer of 1971. "Over the years I learned a lot about what makes beef stew really delicious," she says. "A nice red wine, short ribs instead of chuck. It's a classic recipe, just done in a more modern way."

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons good olive oil
4 ounces small-diced pancetta
3 pounds boneless short ribs, cut in 1 1/2-inch chunks (4 1/2 pounds on the bone)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup Cognac or brandy
1 cup hearty red wine, such as a Côtes du Rhône or Chianti, divided
2 cups chopped yellow onions (2 onions)
2 cups chopped fennel, trimmed and cored (1 large bulb)
2 tablespoons minced garlic (6 cloves)
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, including the juices
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups beef broth, such as College Inn
1 pound carrots, scrubbed and cut 1/2 inch thick diagonally
1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed, 1-inch diced
10 ounces frozen peas

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300˚ F.
  • Heat the oil in a large (11- to 12-inch) Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until browned. With a slotted spoon, transfer the pancetta to a plate lined with a paper towel and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, season the short ribs all over with 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Brown half the meat in the Dutch oven over medium heat, turning occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes, until browned on all sides. Transfer the meat to a bowl and brown the second batch. (Don't cook them all in one batch or they won't brown!) Transfer the second batch to the bowl and set aside.
  • Off the heat, add the Cognac and 1/3 cup of the wine to the pot, scraping up any browned bits, then simmer over medium heat for one minute. Add the onions and fennel and sauté, stirring occasionally, for 7 to 8 minutes, until the vegetables are tender. Add the garlic and cook for one minute.
  • Stir the tomatoes and tomato paste into the vegetables. Add the remaining 2/3 cup of wine, the beef broth, the seared meat (and juices), 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Bring to a simmer, cover and bake for 1 1/4 hours, checking occasionally to be sure the liquid is simmering.
  • Degrease the stew, if necessary. Stir in the carrots and potatoes, cover and bake for one hour longer, until the vegetables and meat are very tender when tested with a fork. Just before serving, stir in the peas and pancetta, taste for seasonings and serve hot in large, shallow bowls.

SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW I



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A hearty, savory slow cooker stew with potatoes, carrots, celery, broth, herbs and spices. You won't be slow to say 'yum'!

Provided by BUCHKO

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 12h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 onion, chopped
1 ½ cups beef broth
3 potatoes, diced
4 carrots, sliced
1 stalk celery, chopped

Steps:

  • Place meat in slow cooker. In a small bowl mix together the flour, salt, and pepper; pour over meat, and stir to coat meat with flour mixture. Stir in the garlic, bay leaf, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, onion, beef broth, potatoes, carrots, and celery.
  • Cover, and cook on Low setting for 10 to 12 hours, or on High setting for 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 576.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 131.5 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 44.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 541.5 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

OLD-FASHIONED BEEF STEW



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This classic stick-to-your-ribs stew is the ideal project for a chilly weekend. Beef, onion, carrots, potatoes and red wine come together in cozy harmony. If you are feeding a crowd, good news: It doubles (or triples) beautifully.

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     dinner, one pot, soups and stews, main course

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 pound beef stewing meat, trimmed and cut into inch cubes
5 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 cup red wine
3 1/2 cups beef broth, homemade or low-sodium canned
2 bay leaves
1 medium onion, peeled and chopped
5 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch rounds
2 large baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Combine the flour and pepper in a bowl, add the beef and toss to coat well. Heat 3 teaspoons of the oil in a large pot. Add the beef a few pieces at a time; do not overcrowd. Cook, turning the pieces until beef is browned on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch; add more oil as needed between batches.
  • Remove the beef from the pot and add the vinegar and wine. Cook over medium-high heat, scraping the pan with a wooden spoon to loosen any browned bits. Add the beef, beef broth and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a slow simmer.
  • Cover and cook, skimming broth from time to time, until the beef is tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Add the onions and carrots and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes. Add the potatoes and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes more. Add broth or water if the stew is dry. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle among 4 bowls and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 494, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 35 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 1604 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

IRISH STOUT BEEF STEW



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This is a twist on an Irish stew recipe. I added some additional seasonings as the other recipes I've tried ended up being too bland. Serve with Irish soda bread.

Provided by jdave1084

Time 6h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 large potatoes, cut into large chunks
1 medium white onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 (14.5 ounce) cans green beans, drained
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (1.5 ounce) package dry beef stew seasoning mix
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, or as needed
½ teaspoon seasoned salt, or to taste
2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ (15 ounce) can Irish stout beer (such as Guinness®), or more if needed
1 cup water, or as needed

Steps:

  • Place potatoes, onion, garlic, green beans, and tomato paste in a slow cooker. Sprinkle with stew seasoning and pour beef broth over top. Mix in stew seasoning and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Place flour on a plate and add seasoned salt. Coat stew meat in the flour mixture then brown in the hot skillet, 5 to 7 minutes per batch. Add browned meat directly to the slow cooker.
  • Add stout beer to the slow cooker and water, if necessary, to bring the liquid even with the ingredients so nothing dries out.
  • Cook on High until meat is tender and potatoes are soft, about 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476.7 calories, Carbohydrate 48.3 g, Cholesterol 62.6 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 7.6 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 1196.2 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

BEEF STEW FOR A CROWD



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Beef     Simmer

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (4-pound) chuck roast, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
3 quarts beef stock
3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large yellow onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
2 (14.5-ounch) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven or stockpot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add roast; cook for 15 minutes, stirring frequently, until browned. Add beef stock. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer, covered, for 1 hour. Add potatoes, carrots, onion, tomatoes, garlic powder, salt, sugar, and pepper, stirring to combine. Simmer, uncovered, for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Tips:

  • Use a large pot: This recipe makes a lot of beef stew, so be sure to use a pot that's big enough to hold all of the ingredients comfortably.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: If you try to cook too much beef at once, it will end up steaming instead of browning. Cook the beef in batches if necessary.
  • Brown the beef well: This step is essential for developing the stew's flavor. Don't rush it! Let the beef brown slowly over medium heat until it's nice and caramelized.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The more vegetables you add to your stew, the more flavorful it will be. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and peas.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: You want the vegetables to be tender, but not mushy. Add them to the stew towards the end of the cooking time so they don't have a chance to overcook.
  • Season the stew to taste: Once the stew is finished cooking, taste it and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or herbs.
  • Serve the stew with crusty bread or mashed potatoes: This is a classic pairing that's always a hit.

Conclusion:

This beef stew recipe is perfect for a crowd. It's easy to make, packed with flavor, and sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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