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Here's a good old-fashioned stew with rich beef gravy that lets the flavor of the potatoes and carrots come through. This is the perfect hearty dish for a blustery winter day. I make it often this time of year. — Alberta McKay, Bartlesville, Oklahoma
Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 245 calories, 10 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 71 mg cholesterol, 751 mg sodium, 14 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 24 g protein.
Originally published as Classic Beef Stew in Taste of Home December/January 1994, p37
Light-Bodied Red Wine
Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied red wine such as Pinot Noir.
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Reviewed on Jan. 14, 2013 by joyjoy25
I didn't follow the directions exactly, just cooked it in the dutch oven on the stove. I also added a few fresh tomatoes...delicious! My family (even the kids) loved it.
Reviewed on Jan. 07, 2013 by scotland1
I've made this stew before. It is yummy. Yes, I'll make it again.
Reviewed on Jan. 05, 2013 by Jermcar
Oh my gosh! This is the best stew I've ever eaten! I added one parsnip, that's all! Please try it!
Reviewed on Jan. 03, 2013 by Debann507
My family loved it. Will definitely make it again.
Reviewed on Nov. 13, 2012 by holdosh01
Very good recipe! I changed the following...I didn't have tapioca (so I omitted) and used tomato sauce instead of diced tomatoes. I also skipped the step of adding sauce to stove to bring to boil. I just browned the beef in a skillet and added the sauce and beef in my Pampered Chef Cranberry Baker. Followed the cooking time and adding of vegetables as instructed in recipe.
Reviewed on Oct. 21, 2012 by kerrynjames
We loved this dish. Next time, I'm going to use about 2/3rds of the potatoes, add another can of tomatoes, and double the garlic. It's a delicious stew, but I like a little more moisture (hence my plan).Thanks so much for the recipe!
We loved this dish. Next time, I'm going to use about 2/3rds of the potatoes, add another can of tomatoes, and double the garlic. It's a delicious stew, but I like a little more moisture (hence my plan).
Thanks so much for the recipe!
Reviewed on Jun. 03, 2012 by kshea
An old standby, great!
Reviewed on Apr. 22, 2012 by Aquarelle
This is an extremely flavorful stew!
Reviewed on Jan. 28, 2012 by tamarachronister
I didn't have tapioca, but it was great anyway!! I also used frozen chopped Roma tomatoes from my garden - excellent, especially on a cold day. Husband loved it too!!
Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2012 by jennywrenn
Very easy to make. Is a great cold weather, comfort meal. Goes especially well with garlic bread or garlic toast.
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