Barbara's Hearty Beef Stew 🍲🥕

This comforting beef stew is a classic dish that's perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. With tender beef and a medley of vegetables simmered to perfection, this stew is sure to warm your heart and soul! Enjoy it with crusty bread on the side for a fully satisfying meal. 🍞❤️

Ingredients

For the stew

4 lbs beef round steak, cut into 1" cubes
4 cups sliced carrots
2 cups sliced celery
4 medium onions, sliced
2 (5 oz) cans water chestnuts, drained and sliced
2 (6 oz) cans sliced mushrooms, drained
⅓ cup + 2 tbsp flour
2 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp salt
2 (16 oz) cans diced tomatoes
2 cups Burgundy wine (or substitute with beef broth)
2 cups water plus 2 tsp instant beef bouillon

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
In a large roaster or two Dutch ovens, combine the beef, carrots, celery, onions, water chestnuts, and mushrooms.
In a separate bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and salt. Sprinkle this mixture over the beef and vegetables, stirring until everything is well-coated.
Stir in the diced tomatoes and Burgundy wine (or water and bouillon mixture).
Cover tightly and bake for about 4 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender and the flavors meld beautifully.

🌟 Pro Tip: For an extra layer of flavor, consider browning the beef cubes in a skillet before adding them to the stew! This step can add a rich, caramelized taste.

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs such as parsley for a pop of color.
Pair with crusty bread or fluffy dinner rolls to soak up the savory broth.

Variations

Vegetarian: Substitute beef with hearty vegetables like mushrooms or jackfruit, and use vegetable broth instead of wine.
Spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a diced jalapeño for a kick of heat!
Slow Cooker: If you prefer, cook this stew on low in a slow cooker for 8 hours. The flavors will deepen, making it even more delicious!

Storage Tips

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or you can freeze portions for up to 3 months. Just reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.

Enjoy your cozy beef stew adventure! 🥣✨

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# Barbara's Hearty Beef Stew 🍲🥕 This comforting beef stew is a classic dish that's perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. With tender beef and a medley of vegetables simmered to perfection, this stew is sure to warm your heart and soul! Enjoy it with crusty bread on the side for a fully satisfying meal. 🍞❤️ ## Ingredients ### For the stew - 4 lbs beef round steak, cut into 1" cubes - 4 cups sliced carrots - 2 cups sliced celery - 4 medium onions, sliced - 2 (5 oz) cans water chestnuts, drained and sliced - 2 (6 oz) cans sliced mushrooms, drained - ⅓ cup + 2 tbsp flour - 2 tbsp sugar - 2 tbsp salt - 2 (16 oz) cans diced tomatoes - 2 cups Burgundy wine (or substitute with beef broth) - 2 cups water plus 2 tsp instant beef bouillon ## Instructions 1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). 2. In a large roaster or two Dutch ovens, combine the beef, carrots, celery, onions, water chestnuts, and mushrooms. 3. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and salt. Sprinkle this mixture over the beef and vegetables, stirring until everything is well-coated. 4. Stir in the diced tomatoes and Burgundy wine (or water and bouillon mixture). 5. Cover tightly and bake for about 4 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender and the flavors meld beautifully. > 🌟 Pro Tip: For an extra layer of flavor, consider browning the beef cubes in a skillet before adding them to the stew! This step can add a rich, caramelized taste. ## Serving Suggestions - Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs such as parsley for a pop of color. - Pair with crusty bread or fluffy dinner rolls to soak up the savory broth. ## Variations - **Vegetarian**: Substitute beef with hearty vegetables like mushrooms or jackfruit, and use vegetable broth instead of wine. - **Spicy**: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a diced jalapeño for a kick of heat! - **Slow Cooker**: If you prefer, cook this stew on low in a slow cooker for 8 hours. The flavors will deepen, making it even more delicious! ## Storage Tips - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or you can freeze portions for up to 3 months. Just reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving. Enjoy your cozy beef stew adventure! 🥣✨

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