Jo Mama’s Beef Stew 🥩🥔🥕
Description: Hearty and delicious, this beef stew has been a family favorite for over 30 years. It’s a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking; you can even substitute basil for the rosemary if you prefer. Originally, the recipe called for coating the beef pieces with a flour/salt/pepper mix before browning them in oil, but I’ve simplified the process to reduce calories and fat. However, if you opt for the original method, it will result in a thicker sauce.
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Flour |
| 1/4 | Boiling potatoes |
| 4 | Carrots |
| 2 | Celery |
| 2 | Onion |
| 1 | Fresh rosemary |
| 1 | Salt |
| 1 | Pepper |
| 1/2 | Beef bouillon cubes |
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Calories: 314.4
- Fat Content: 7.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 97mg
- Sodium Content: 877.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 27.1g
- Fiber Content: 2.9g
- Sugar Content: 3.1g
- Protein Content: 35.9g
Instructions:
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Prepare Beef: Begin by shaking the stew meat in a bag with flour until the meat is evenly coated.
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Brown Meat: In a stew pot, brown the coated beef in vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
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Boil: Cover the browned beef with water and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for at least 30 minutes, or until the beef is tender to your liking.
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Add Vegetables: Once the beef is tender, add the remaining ingredients: boiling potatoes (quartered), carrots (sliced), celery (sliced), onion (chopped), fresh rosemary (chopped), salt, pepper, and beef bouillon cubes.
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Simmer: Add enough water to cover all the ingredients, then bring the stew to a boil again. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer until the vegetables are cooked through, approximately 15 minutes.
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Serve: Once the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together, serve your hearty beef stew hot and enjoy!
This comforting stew is perfect for chilly nights or any time you’re craving a warm and satisfying meal. Feel free to adjust the seasoning and ingredients to suit your taste preferences, and don’t forget to savor each spoonful of this beloved family recipe.
