Best 9 Moms Baked Beef Stew Recipes

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Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Mom's Baked Beef Stew, a heartwarming classic dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds and evoke nostalgic memories. This delectable stew is lovingly crafted with tender beef cubes, slow-cooked to perfection in a rich and flavorful sauce, effortlessly melting in your mouth with every bite. An aromatic blend of vegetables, including carrots, celery, and onions, adds a symphony of flavors and textures, while the savory gravy, infused with herbs and spices, elevates this dish to a culinary masterpiece. Mom's Baked Beef Stew isn't just a meal; it's an experience that nourishes both body and soul.

Accompanying this classic beef stew are three additional recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and cooking styles. For those seeking a lighter, yet equally satisfying option, the One-Pot Vegetable Stew offers a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables, simmered in a flavorful broth, delivering a healthy and comforting meal. If time is of the essence, the Quick and Easy Beef Stew utilizes a pressure cooker to expedite the cooking process, resulting in a tender and flavorful stew in a fraction of the time. And for those with a penchant for culinary exploration, the Beef and Guinness Stew introduces a unique twist, incorporating the rich, malty flavors of Guinness beer, creating a hearty and unforgettable stew.

These four recipes, each with its own distinct character, come together to form a comprehensive collection of beef stew recipes that cater to every palate and occasion. Whether you're seeking a comforting classic, a lighter alternative, a time-saving option, or an adventurous culinary journey, this article has a recipe that will effortlessly transport you to a world of culinary delight.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

OVEN-BAKED BEEF STEW



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This is a simple beef stew that is finished in the oven. If you get a lean piece of beef with a bone, cook the bone with the stew, as it adds a lot of flavor.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 2h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup flour, or as needed
¾ pound cubed beef stew meat
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
4 carrots, peeled and chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups beef broth
2 bay leaves
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Pour flour into a shallow bowl and turn beef in flour, shaking meat to remove excess flour. Heat oil in an ovenproof casserole dish over high heat. Brown beef cubes in hot oil in batches on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch. Transfer beef to a plate.
  • Add onion, celery, and carrots to the casserole dish, reduce heat to medium, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Pour in broth. Return beef to the casserole dish and stir in bay leaves. Cover casserole.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until beef is tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Remove bay leaves before serving and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 44.9 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 527.3 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

MOM'S BAKED BEEF STEW



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My mom is a great cook and this is one comfort food that she always makes for me when I visit home. It is very hearty and filling. Serve with warm bread or rolls.

Provided by Laura Yoder

Categories     Beef

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 Tbsp all purpose flour
1 1/2 lb beef stew meat or cubed chuck roast
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 medium chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp thyme, dried
2 can(s) 12 oz. cans v-8 juice
1 tsp beef base paste
3 dash(es) tobasco sauce
3 large potatoes, scrubbed and cut into chunks
1 1/2 c chopped celery
1 1/2 c peeled and sliced carrots
1/2 c frozen peas

Steps:

  • 1. Combine flour and salt in a plastic zip lock bag. Add meat to bag and shake to coat. Brown in skillet with vegetable oil.
  • 2. Add all other ingredients together in a large baking dish. Add meat when browned. Stir well, cover and bake at 325 degrees for 2-2 1/2 hours or until meat is tender and broth is thick.

MOM'S BEEF STEW



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This warming, stick-to-your-ribs main dish was one Mom relied on often to feed us 13 kids. Mildly seasoned with lots of satisfying ingredients like barley, potatoes and carrots in a tomato-beef broth, it still hits the spot on cold winter days. -Lucile H. Proctor, Panguitch, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds meaty beef soup bones (beef shanks or short ribs)
6 cups water
5 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
5 medium carrots, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup medium pearl barley
1 can (28 ounces) plum tomatoes, undrained
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced, optional
1 bay leaf, optional
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup cold water

Steps:

  • Place soup bones and water in a Dutch oven or soup kettle. Slowly bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 hours. , Set beef bones aside until cool enough to handle. Remove meat from bones; discard bones and return meat to broth. Add the potatoes, carrots, onion, barley, tomatoes, salt, pepper, garlic and bay leaf if desired. Cover and simmer for 50-60 minutes or until vegetables and barley are tender. , Discard bay leaf. Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; stir into stew. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts :

MOM'S BEEF STEW



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My husband is a sucker for meat and potatoes. I've made this recipe often over the years. It's perfect for a Fall or Winter evening with some fresh baked bread.

Provided by Fran Murray

Categories     Beef

Time 2h35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 lb boneless beef chuck roast, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
salt and pepper
3 Tbsp canola oil
2 medium yellow onions, minced
1 Tbsp tomato paste
4 clove garlic, minced
3 Tbsp all purpose flour
1 c dry red wine
2 c low sodium chicken broth
1 Tbsp minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried
2 bay leaves
1 1/2 lb red potatoes (5 medium), scrubbed and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
4 carrots, peeled and sliced thin
1 c frozen peas

Steps:

  • 1. Adjust oven rack to the lower-middle position and heat the oven to 300 degrees.
  • 2. Dry the beef with paper towels, then season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until just smoking. Brown half of the meat, about 10 minutes, then transfer to a plate. Return the pot to medium-high heat and repeat with 1 more tablespoon of the oil and the remaining beef.
  • 3. Add the remaining tablespoon oil to the empty pot and return to medium heat until shimmering. Add the onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly stir in the wine, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in the broth, thyme, bay leaves and browned beef along with any accumulated juices. Bring to a simmer, cover and transfer the pot to the oven. Cook for 1 hour.
  • 4. Stir in the potatoes and carrots. Cover and continue to cook in the oven until the beef is tender, about 1 hour.
  • 5. Remove the pot from the oven and discard the bay leaves. Stir in the peas and let stand off the heat for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

HEARTY BAKED BEEF STEW



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This is such an easy way to make a wonderful beef stew. You don't need to brown the meat first-just combine it with hearty chunks of carrots, potatoes and celery, and let it all cook together in a flavorful gravy. My daughter Karen came up with the recipe for her busy family. -Doris Sleeth, Naples, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup water
3 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
2 teaspoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch chunks
3 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 celery ribs, cut into 3/4-inch chunks
1 medium onion, cut into chunks
1 slice bread, cubed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, water, tapioca, sugar, salt and pepper. Stir in the remaining ingredients., Pour into a greased 13x9-in. or 3-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 375° for 1-3/4 to 2 hours or until meat and vegetables are tender. Serve in bowls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 628mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MOM'S OLD FASHIONED BEEF STEW



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This stew is just like one my mom used to make when my sister and I were little girls and she was the busy mom on the run!

Provided by BrendaM

Categories     Stew

Time 9h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 lbs stewing beef, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups beef stock
4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
4 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 large onion, diced
1 (19 ounce) can tomatoes, diced,with juice
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley or 2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 cup frozen peas
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a heavy plastic bag, combine flour, salt and pepper.
  • In batches, add beef to flour mixture and toss to coat.
  • Transfer to a plate.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat half the oil over medium high heat.
  • Cook beef in batches, adding more oil as needed, until browned all over.
  • With a slotted spoon, transfer beef to a slow cooker.
  • Add 1 cup stock to pan and stir to scrape up any brown bits.
  • Transfer stock mixtures to slow cooker.
  • Add carrots, potatoes, celery, onion, tomatoes (with juice) remaining stock, bay leaf, Worcestershire sauce and parsely; mix well to combine.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 6 hours until vegetables are tender and stew is bubbling.
  • Remove bay leaf and discard.
  • Add peas.
  • Cover and cook on high 15 to 20 minutes longer or until slightly thickened and peas are heated through.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.

BAKED BEEF STEW



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A wonderful and easy beef stew recipe!

Provided by Diane Blanchard Angell

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 cup water
3 tablespoons instant tapioca
1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 carrots, cut into 1 inch pieces
2 strips celery, cut into 3/4 inch pieces
3 potato, peeled and cubed
1 onion, roughly chopped
1 slice bread, cubed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the stew meat; drain and set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the tomatoes, water, tapioca, beef bouillon granules, sugar, salt and pepper. Stir in the beef, carrots, celery, potatoes, onion, and bread cubes. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Cover and bake for 2 hours, or until meat and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.4 calories, Carbohydrate 23.2 g, Cholesterol 98.8 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 794.3 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

OLD-FASHIONED OVEN BEEF STEW



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You can get down-home beef stew into the oven within 15 minutes. It then conveniently bakes unattended for hours.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 4h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lb beef stew meat
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 bags (1 lb each) frozen vegetables for stew
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (10 oz each) condensed beef consommé
1 tablespoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 dried bay leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F. In 5-quart Dutch oven or 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, toss beef with flour. Add frozen vegetables.
  • In large bowl, mix remaining ingredients. Pour over beef and vegetables; gently stir until mixed.
  • Cover; bake 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours or until beef is tender. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1/2 g

MOM'S BEEF STEW



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One of my favorite meals growing up, I've adjusted this to make it easier for todays cooks to put together.

Provided by Patti McD

Categories     Stew

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs beef chuck, cubed
3 cups water
4 beef bouillon cubes
1/2 teaspoon thyme
3 tablespoons ketchup
1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 bay leaves
parsley
1 (16 ounce) bag frozen stew vegetables

Steps:

  • Season meaet with salt and pepper.
  • roll in flour and brown in oil.
  • Add water, bouliion cubes, and seasonings.
  • Simmer for minimum of 2 hours.
  • Add more water if it becomes too thick.
  • One hour before serving, add vegetables and simmer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.4, Fat 22.7, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 78.4, Sodium 494.9, Carbohydrate 10.1, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 1.9, Protein 23.1

Tips:

  • Sear the beef in batches: This will help to brown the meat and develop flavor.
  • Use a Dutch oven or heavy pot: This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the stew from burning.
  • Add enough liquid to cover the beef: This will help to keep the meat moist and tender.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and nutrients to the stew.
  • Season the stew to taste: Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all good options.
  • Simmer the stew for at least 1 hour: This will help to tenderize the meat and develop the flavors.
  • Serve the stew with your favorite sides: Mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles are all good options.

Conclusion:

This classic beef stew recipe is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. The beef is tender and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. The stew is also very easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own personal taste. Whether you like your stew thick or thin, with a lot of vegetables or a little, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you're looking for a comforting and delicious meal, give this beef stew recipe a try.

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