Beef Stew Recipes

You probably think making beef stew recipes can be time consuming.

True, it takes time to simmer but there are ways of shortening the preparation time and cooking.

Pressure Cookers are big time savers and preserve all the flavours and nutrients.

Presto 01362 6 Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker
with Bimetal Clad Case

Savory Beef Stew Recipe

1 lb (455 grams) beef, blade or cross rib steak OR bonesless simmering short ribs, cut in 1½ " (3.5 cm) cubes
2 cups (455 ml) carrots, fresh or frozen, cut in chunks
1½ cups (341 ml) turnips, peeled and cubed
1 cup (227 ml) celery, cubed
1 (14 oz/398 ml) can diced tomatoes and juice
1 cup (227 ml) onions, chopped
1 cup (227 ml) fresh or canned mushrooms(drained)
1½ cups (341 ml) beef broth
½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) ground thyme

Brown beef cubes over medium high heat in a lightly oiled frypan.
Place in large covered pot with broth and thyme.

Cook covered for 2 hours on stove top or in 325º F (160ºC) oven.
Add vegetables for the last half hour.

Vegetables can be seared in the frypan after removing meat (this is not necessary but enhances flavor).

Thicken with a mixture of 2 tablespoons (30 ml) each of flour and water, if desired.

Short-Cuts:

Marinade the beef for 30 minutes. In Marinating Tips there are lots of marinating tips and combos.

A pressure cooker will have your beef stew meat tender in 15 minutes.

Prepare everything ahead and cook in slow cooker. For tips on converting your favorite recipes goto a Slow Cooker or crock-pot.

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