Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 lb

beef stew meat

3 unit

potatoes

cubed

6 unit

carrots

sliced

2 unit

onions

sliced

4 rib

celery

sliced

1 can

stewed tomatoes

1 unit

green pepper

chopped

1 tbsp

sugar

3 tbsp

tapioca

1 tsp

salt

to taste

1 tsp

pepper

to taste

Step 1
~50 min

Mix beef stew meat, cubed potatoes, sliced carrots, sliced onions, sliced celery, canned stewed tomatoes, chopped green pepper, sugar, tapioca, salt, and pepper together in a large baking dish.

Step 2
~50 min

Cover the dish tightly.

Step 3
~50 min

Bake in a preheated 275°F (135°C) oven for 5 hours.

Step 4
~50 min

Do not uncover the dish during baking.

Step 5
~50 min

After 5 hours, check the stew for doneness. The meat and vegetables should be tender.

Step 6
~50 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a bay leaf for extra flavor.

Brown the beef before adding it to the stew for a richer flavor.

Add other vegetables such as parsnips or turnips.

A splash of red wine can deepen the flavor

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mashed potatoes
Green beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Comfort food classic

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall Harvest Celebrations

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
holiday meal
cold weather

Popularity Score

70/100

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