Recipe: The Best Browned Beef Stew Ever 🥘
Description: Elevate your stew game with this incredible recipe! Originally discovered at Recipe Goldmine, this version has been perfected through trial and error. A touch of rosemary and cayenne adds depth, but feel free to customize with your favorite spices. Perfect for chilly winter nights or busy weeknights, this hearty, stove-top stew will warm your soul and satisfy your hunger.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours and 20 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours and 40 minutes
Servings: 6-8
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 – 1 1/2 | beef stew meat |
| 1/2 | cup flour |
| 1 1/2 | teaspoons salt |
| 1/2 | teaspoon pepper |
| 1/4 | onion, finely chopped |
| 1 | carrot, finely chopped |
| 1 | celery stalk, finely chopped |
| 1/4 | teaspoon dried parsley |
| 1 | teaspoon thyme |
| 1 | quart beef broth |
| 3 1/2 | potatoes, diced |
| 2 | carrots, diced |
| 2 | onions, diced |
Instructions:
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Prepare Coating: In a large ziplock bag, combine flour, salt, and pepper.
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Coat the Meat: Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Place the stew meat in the bag with the flour mixture, then shake until the meat is well coated.
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Brown the Meat: Shake off excess flour from the meat pieces and add them to the hot oil. Stir until the meat is slightly browned. Add the finely chopped onion to the pot and stir until well browned.
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Add Vegetables: Incorporate the finely chopped carrot, celery, dried parsley, and thyme into the pot.
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Cook Covered: Cover the pot and let it simmer over low heat for 1 1/2 hours, stirring every 15 minutes to prevent sticking or burning.
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Add Potatoes and More Vegetables: After 1 1/2 hours, add the diced potatoes, carrots, and onions to the stew. Cook for another 45 minutes or until the potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
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Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the hot stew into bowls and serve with your favorite crusty bread or a side salad.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 473.8
- Fat: 19.6g
- Saturated Fat: 4.3g
- Cholesterol: 72.6mg
- Sodium: 1792.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 43.5g
- Fiber: 5.7g
- Sugar: 6.7g
- Protein: 32.3g
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences. Add more herbs or spices for extra flavor.
- For a thicker stew, you can add a slurry of cornstarch and water during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
- This stew freezes well, so consider making a double batch and freezing portions for later enjoyment. Simply thaw and reheat for a quick and satisfying meal.
