Granny’s “Taped to the Top” Beef Stew π₯©
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Description:
I stumbled upon this hidden gem, Granny’s “Taped to the Top” Beef Stew, tucked away in one of my Granny’s recipe boxes. There’s no official name for it, just a handwritten recipe listing ingredients, accompanied by a note advising to serve it with rice pilaf, half of which should be wild rice. And guess what? You can easily recreate this comforting dish in your crockpot too! Perfect for those cozy winter nights or busy weeknights when you need a hearty and fuss-free meal.
Ingredients:
- 3 – 3 1/2 pounds of beef (choose your favorite cut)
- 1 can of water chestnuts
- 1 package of mushrooms
- 1 cup of white wine
- 1/2 cup of water
- 1/2 cup of your favorite beef broth
Instructions:
- Preparation: Preheat your oven to 275 degrees Fahrenheit (135 degrees Celsius). Gather all the ingredients and a large casserole dish with a lid.
- Prepare Ingredients: Start by slicing the mushrooms and draining the water chestnuts.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the beef, mushrooms, water chestnuts, white wine, water, and beef broth in the large casserole dish.
- Stir Once: Give the mixture a gentle stir to combine the flavors.
- Cooking: Cover the casserole dish with the lid securely.
- Bake: Put the casserole dish in the preheated oven and let it cook for 3 hours. The slow cooking at a low temperature allows the flavors to meld together beautifully, resulting in tender and flavorful beef.
- Check: After 3 hours, remove the casserole dish from the oven and give it a quick check to ensure the beef is cooked to your desired level of tenderness.
- Serve: Once ready, serve this delectable beef stew with rice pilaf, as per Granny’s recommendation. Remember, half of that rice should be wild for that extra earthy flavor.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 631.6
- Fat: 45.5g
- Saturated Fat: 18.1g
- Cholesterol: 156.8mg
- Sodium: 827mg
- Carbohydrates: 6.5g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 1.6g
- Protein: 42.8g
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to customize this recipe according to your preferences. You can add in additional vegetables like carrots, potatoes, or celery for extra flavor and nutrition.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can mix in a tablespoon of flour or cornstarch with water and add it to the stew during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop, making it a perfect meal prep option for busy weekdays.
- Don’t forget to enjoy this hearty stew with your favorite crusty bread to soak up all the delicious juices.
So next time you’re craving a comforting and hearty meal, give Granny’s “Taped to the Top” Beef Stew a try. With its rich flavors and tender beef, it’s sure to become a family favorite in no time! π²
