BEEF STEW - EVERYDAY FOOD

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From Martha Stewart's Everyday Food magazine. I make this quite frequently for when we have family or friends coming over. It's also good if you replace half the water with red wine, it makes the broth a bit more rich.

Provided by plannermom

Categories     Stew

Time 8h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 lbs beef chuck, trimmed of visible fat and cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
1/3 cup tomato paste
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
coarse salt and pepper
1 lb medium onion, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 2)
1 lb white potatoes (about 6 small) or 1 lb red potatoes, well scrubbed, halved if large (about 6 small)
1 lb carrot, cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths
6 garlic cloves, smashed
2 bay leaves
water

Steps:

  • Place beef in a 5-quart slow cooker. Distribute tomato paste, vinegar, and flour over beef; season generously with salt and pepper.
  • Add onions, potatoes, carrots, garlic, and bay leaves. Pour in about 3 cups of water or enough to cover the ingredients.
  • Cover slow cooker; cook on high until beef is fork-tender, about 5 hours (or cook on low heat 8 hours).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 732.6, Fat 44.8, SaturatedFat 18.1, Cholesterol 156.5, Sodium 485.4, Carbohydrate 35.8, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 9.2, Protein 45.6

Mojur Rahman
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Overall, this beef stew recipe is a good one. It's easy to follow and the end result is a delicious and hearty stew.


Nina Villegas
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This beef stew recipe is a good starting point, but I would make a few changes. I would add more vegetables and I would also use a different type of beef.


Lalim Ahmod
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but this beef stew recipe didn't turn out well. The meat was tough and the gravy was bland.


HILLARY OPIYO
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This beef stew recipe is just okay. It's not bad, but it's not great either.


N YM
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I would not recommend this beef stew recipe. It's a waste of time and ingredients.


Samuel Pop
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This beef stew recipe is not very good. The meat was tough and the gravy was bland.


Baguma Moses
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I followed the recipe exactly but the beef stew turned out tough. I think I might have overcooked it.


Abdulsalam Ado
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I tried this beef stew recipe and it was a bit bland. I think it needed more seasoning.


ABC Ripon khan
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This beef stew recipe is easy to follow and the end result is a delicious and hearty stew. I would definitely recommend it.


Alex Babu
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I followed the recipe exactly and the beef stew turned out great. The meat was tender and the gravy was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Firefly Nanny
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This beef stew recipe is a little time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and hearty stew that's perfect for a special occasion.


Lydell Hill
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I'm not a big fan of beef stew, but I tried this recipe and it was actually really good. The meat was tender and the gravy was flavorful.


Lewis Mphanza
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This beef stew recipe is perfect for a slow cooker. I just throw all the ingredients in the slow cooker in the morning and dinner is ready when I get home from work.


Phillip Zilliot
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This beef stew recipe is a great way to use up leftover beef. I usually make it with pot roast, but you can use any type of beef.


Kalli Rhodes
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I love this beef stew recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I usually serve it over rice or mashed potatoes.


Lutho69 Tofile59
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This is the best beef stew recipe I've ever tried. The meat is so tender and the gravy is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Laith kan3an
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I've made this beef stew recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a cold winter night.


IZZY GABANNA TOKOSS
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This beef stew recipe is a keeper! The meat was fall-apart tender and the gravy was rich and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a hit with my family.