Cozy Beef Stew Recipe 🥣
Overview:
- Name: Cozy Beef Stew
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Servings: 20
- Description: This hearty beef stew is perfect for a chilly Seattle winter day. With its rich, savory flavors, it’s sure to warm you up from the inside out. Plus, it makes a large batch, perfect for freezing leftovers or feeding a crowd.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 | Cubed steak |
| – | Flour |
| 3 | Carrots |
| 5 | Large turnip |
| 1 | Yellow onion |
| 1 | Stick of butter |
| 0.5 | Dark beer |
| 5 | Cups beef broth |
| 1 | Can crushed tomatoes |
| 1 | Teaspoon salt |
| 1 | Teaspoon pepper |
| 1 | Teaspoon thyme |
| 1 | Teaspoon sage |
| 2 | Tablespoons catsup |
| – | Bay leaves |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Ingredients:
- Cube the steak, removing any excess fat if desired.
- Chop the onion into large chunks.
- Peel and chop the carrots and turnip into sizable pieces.
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Saute the Onion:
- In a large stock pot, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Transfer the sautéed onion to the stock pot.
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Brown the Steak:
- Dredge the cubed steak in flour seasoned with salt, pepper, sage, and thyme.
- In the same pot used for the onions, melt the remaining butter.
- Quickly fry the steak in the butter until lightly browned on all sides.
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Add the Remaining Ingredients:
- Pour in the dark beer, beef broth, and crushed tomatoes.
- Add the chopped carrots, turnip, pepper, catsup, thyme, sage, and bay leaves.
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Simmer the Stew:
- Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for at least an hour, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Optional Enhancements:
- Just before serving, stir in some freshly pressed garlic for an extra burst of flavor.
- To add a delightful crunch, top each serving with a toasted crouton: place the stew into ovenproof bowls, add a thick slice of hearty bread, sprinkle with cheese, and heat in the oven until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 256.3
- Fat: 14.8g
- Saturated Fat: 6.2g
- Cholesterol: 50.9mg
- Sodium: 1167mg
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugar: 2.8g
- Protein: 21.5g
Keywords:
- Steak, Meat, Winter, Savory, Weeknight, For Large Groups, Beginner Cook, Easy
This Cozy Beef Stew recipe is a wonderful option for a comforting meal on a cold, rainy evening. Whether you’re curled up by the fireplace or serving a crowd, its hearty flavors and simple preparation make it a go-to dish for winter gatherings. Enjoy the warmth and comfort of this delicious stew! 🍲🔥
