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beef stew

Recipe by
Michelle Hickey
Baytown, TX

This is another easy family favorite. To save time I keep roux in a jar in my pantry for when I don't have the time to make my own. This dish simmering in your kitchen makes your whole house smell warm and yummy.

yield 6 -8
prep time 30 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Stove Top

Ingredients For beef stew

  • 1
    2-3 lb. beef roast
  • 2 c
    roux, homemade or in a jar
  • 12 oz
    frozen peas and carrots mixture
  • 1 md
    onion, chopped
  • 2 can
    beef broth

How To Make beef stew

  • 1
    Cut your roast into large bite sized pieces and brown in a skillet with a few tablespoons of oil. Add your chopped onion to saute with the meat.
  • 2
    Once your meat is browned add your beef broth. Once it comes to a rolling boil start adding your roux 2-3 tablespoons at a time. You will see your mixture begin to thicken as the roux cooks into the broth. Use enough roux to bring stew to desired thickness.
  • 3
    Season to taste as your stew simmers. I use salt, pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper.
  • 4
    Once your stew is the thickness you like add your frozen peas and carrots. I add these toward the end so that they do not become too soft or just cook away.
  • 5
    Note: My family likes this stew with chicken as well and served over mashed potatoes. You could also add larger chunks of veggies such as potatoes, carrots, etc.
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