HEARTY HUNTER'S STEW

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Moist, tender meat and thick, rich gravy are the hallmarks of my classic recipe simmered in a cast-iron pot. -Joyce Worsech, Catawba, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds boneless venison or beef chuck roast, cut in 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons canola oil
4-1/4 cups water, divided
1/2 cup tomato juice
2 medium onions, cut in wedges
2 celery ribs, sliced
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 bay leaves
2 to 3 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 medium carrots, quartered
1 large rutabaga, peeled and cubed
6 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 cup frozen peas
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, brown meat in oil over medium heat. Add 4 cups water and scrape to loosen any browned drippings from pan. Add the tomato juice, onions, celery, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. , Discard bay leaves; add the carrots, rutabaga and potatoes. Cover and cook for 40-60 minutes. , Stir in the peas; cook for 10 minutes. Combine cornstarch and remaining water until smooth; stir into stew. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 778mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

Teonna Mcclain
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This stew is hearty and delicious. I love the addition of the mushrooms. It gives the stew a nice earthy flavor.


Wafa Jani
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I'm not a huge fan of stew, but this one is really good. The beef is so tender and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


James Giner
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This stew is amazing! I've never had anything like it before. The flavors are so complex and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Med BOURGH
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I've made this stew several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


biren thebe
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter night. It's so warm and comforting. I love the addition of the red wine. It gives the stew a rich and flavorful taste.


BendyTheInkDemon28 Tho
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I made this stew for my family last night and they loved it. The beef was so tender and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Ajimkhan Uddin
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This stew is hearty and delicious. I love the addition of the mushrooms. It gives the stew a nice earthy flavor.


Ebrahim Leon
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I'm not a huge fan of stew, but this one is really good. The beef is so tender and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


PICASSO YT
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This stew is amazing! I've never had anything like it before. The flavors are so complex and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Hafeez Rehman
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I made this stew for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Patricia Paige Cook
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter night. It's so warm and comforting. I love the addition of the red wine. It gives the stew a rich and flavorful taste.


Zia Zaland
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I've made this stew several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


cory Mendoza
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This stew is hearty and delicious! I made it for my family last night and they loved it. The beef was tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.