FLEMISH BEEF STEW (CROCK POT)

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This recipe calls for a brown ale or a strong dark beer. It is recommended that you do not use a stout. I found this recipe in Eating Well Magazine.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Stew

Time 8h45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 teaspoons canola oil, divided
2 lbs bottom round steaks, trimmed of fat and cut into 1-inch cubes
3/4 lb cremini mushrooms or 3/4 lb white button mushrooms
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups brown ale or 2 cups dark beer
4 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon caraway seed
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper, freshly ground
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tsp oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add half the beef and brown on all sides, turning frequently (about 5 minutes).
  • Transfer to a 6 quart crock pot.
  • Drain any fat from pan.
  • Add the remaining 2 tsp oil and brown the remaining beef.
  • Transfer to the crock pot.
  • Return the skillet to medium heat, add mushrooms and cook, stirring often, until they give off their liquid and it evaporates to a glaze (5-7 minutes).
  • Sprinkle flour over the mushrooms; cook undisturbed for 10 seconds, then stir and cook for 30 seconds more.
  • Pour in ale (or beer); bring to a boil, whisking constantly to reduce foaming, until thickened and bubbling (about 3 minutes).
  • Transfer the mushroom mixture to the crock pot.
  • Add carrots, onion, garlic, mustard, caraway seeds, salt, pepper and bay leaf to the crock pot.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Cover and cook on low until the beef is very tender, about 8 hours.
  • Discard bay leaf before serving.
  • ***To make ahead: Prepare though step 12 ; cover and refrigerate for up to one day before cooking in crock pot.
  • Serves 8.

M COATES
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This recipe is a winner! The stew was delicious and the leftovers were even better.


Raza Sumrro
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I'm not a big fan of beef stew, but this recipe changed my mind. The meat was so tender and the sauce was so flavorful.


Lolitha Luna
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This stew is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can use my crock pot to make it.


Ms Alpona
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I've never had Flemish Beef Stew before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's now one of my favorite stews.


Zarah Abdollla
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling and the flavors are amazing.


Angelina Bethel
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I made this stew for a party and everyone raved about it. It's definitely a recipe that I'll be making again.


Stacey Jones
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This stew is a little time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The meat is so tender and the sauce is so rich and flavorful.


Adamu yusuf abdullahi
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I wasn't sure about the combination of beef and beer, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors were really well-balanced.


Majid Lashari
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This stew is so easy to make and it tastes like it's been simmering all day. I love that I can throw it in the crock pot and forget about it.


chet bahadur kc
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I've made this stew several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for a cold winter day.


Abdikaafi Ahmed
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This recipe is a keeper! The stew was hearty and delicious. I made it with red wine instead of beer and it was still amazing.


Idirs Axmed
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I made this stew in my crock pot and it turned out perfectly. The meat was so tender and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Ansiribraheem Ansiribraheem
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This Flemish Beef Stew was a hit with my family! The beef was fall-apart tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and everyone loved it.


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