OLD-TIME BEEF STEW (PAULA DEEN)

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One of our favorite stews! Great on chilly nights! My notes are in parentheses. This makes a thick stew.

Provided by SweetsLady

Categories     Stew

Time 2h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lbs stewing beef
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
32 ounces beef broth
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1 -2 bay leaf (I use 2)
1 medium onion, sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 dash ground allspice or 1 dash clove
3 large carrots, sliced (I use baby carrots)
4 red potatoes, quartered
3 celery ribs, chopped (I omit this)
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Brown meat in hot oil. Add water, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, bay leaves, onion, salt, sugar, pepper, paprika, and allspice. Cover and simmer 1-1/2 hours.
  • Remove bay leaves. Add carrots, potatoes, and celery. Cover and cook 20-30 minutes longer or until vegetables are cooked.
  • To thicken gravy, remove 2 cups hot liquid. Using seperate bowl, combine 1/4 cup water and cornstarch until smooth. Mix with hot liquid and return mixture to pot. Stir and cook until bubbly and thickened. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.3, Fat 12, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 96.8, Sodium 1147.9, Carbohydrate 32.4, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 5.5, Protein 38.1

Md Sohan Islam Sumon
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This beef stew is my go-to comfort food. It's easy to make and always a hit with my family. I love the way the beef and vegetables melt in my mouth.


Sarah Tague
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This was the best beef stew I've ever had! The meat was so tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The broth was also delicious, with a rich and flavorful taste.


Ollie needs help
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This beef stew is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and so easy to make. I love that I can throw it all in the crock pot and let it cook while I'm away. When I come home, dinner is ready!


DOMINICK Mose
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This beef stew is a classic for a reason! It's easy to make, affordable, and absolutely delicious. I love that I can customize it with my favorite vegetables and seasonings.


Princess Rinah
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I'm not a big fan of beef stew, but this recipe changed my mind. The stew was flavorful and comforting, and the meat was melt-in-your-mouth tender. I will definitely be making this again.


asanda baleka
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This beef stew was a hit with my family! They loved the tender meat, flavorful broth, and perfectly cooked vegetables. I will definitely be making this again.


MD samsul Hok
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I found this recipe to be just okay. The stew was a bit too salty for my taste and the vegetables were overcooked. However, the meat was tender and the broth was flavorful.


PUBG bhai 27
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Not a fan. The stew was bland and the meat was tough. I would not recommend this recipe.


Ibrahim Abdullahi
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This was an amazing beef stew! The meat was so tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The whole dish was flavorful and comforting. I will definitely be making this again.


ImNotImportant
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I followed the recipe exactly and the stew turned out great! The meat was tender, the vegetables were cooked perfectly, and the broth was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


chavanice Green
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This stew is a winner! It's easy to make, affordable, and absolutely delicious. I love that I can throw it all in the crock pot and let it cook while I'm away. When I come home, dinner is ready!


Gaming Mahfuz
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I'm not usually a fan of beef stew, but this recipe changed my mind. The beef was tender and juicy, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. The broth was also delicious, with a rich and flavorful taste.


zohan aqib
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Absolute comfort food! My family raved about this beef stew. It's hearty, flavorful, and so easy to make. I especially love the addition of red wine, which gives it a lovely depth of flavor.


Ayan Rector
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This beef stew recipe exceeded my expectations! The meat was fork-tender and the vegetables were cooked to perfection, with just the right amount of bite. The flavors were rich and complex, with the perfect balance of herbs and spices.