Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 lb

lean beef chuck

trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes

2 tbsp

all-purpose flour

for coating

2 tsp

canola oil

3 cup

onions

thinly sliced

2 cup

mushrooms

sliced

1 unit

garlic

minced

2 tsp

tomato paste

2 cup

beef broth

3 cup

carrots

sliced

2 cup

potatoes

thinly sliced

1 cup

green beans

pieces

1 tbsp

cornstarch

1 tbsp

cold water

0.25 cup

fresh chopped parsley

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

Step 1
~9 min

Coat beef cubes with flour, shaking off excess.

Step 2
~9 min

In a large nonstick pot, heat oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3
~9 min

Add beef and sauté until brown on all sides. Remove and place on a plate.

Step 4
~9 min

Add onions and mushrooms to pot and sauté for 6 minutes until softened.

Step 5
~9 min

Add garlic and sauté, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6
~9 min

Pour off any excess fat from the pot.

Step 7
~9 min

Return beef to the pot.

Step 8
~9 min

Stir in tomato paste and beef broth.

Step 9
~9 min

Add enough water to cover the beef and vegetables.

Step 10
~9 min

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.

Step 11
~9 min

Simmer until beef is tender, about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Skim off any foam that forms on the surface.

Step 12
~9 min

Add carrots, potatoes, and green beans to the pot.

Step 13
~9 min

Cover partially and simmer for 15 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a bay leaf for extra flavor.

For a thicker stew, mash some of the potatoes.

Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Stew can be made 1-2 days in advance. Flavor improves as it sits.

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.

Pair with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crusty bread
Side salad
Mashed Potatoes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, family meal

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving
Winter holidays

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Family Meal
Holiday
Winter

Popularity Score

65/100

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