AUTUMN SLOW-COOKED BEEF STEW

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If any dish could taste like a holiday, it's this one with beef, pears, walnuts and sweet dried apricots. We recommend a leafy salad and rolls to complete the masterpiece. -Amy Dodson, Durango, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cubed
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups dry red wine or reduced-sodium beef broth
1 cup reduced-sodium beef broth
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
2-1/2 pounds small red potatoes (about 20)
4 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large onion, halved and sliced
2 medium pears, quartered
1 cup walnut halves
1 cup dried apricots
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • Sprinkle beef with garlic salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches. Remove with a slotted spoon; transfer to a 6-qt. slow cooker., In a large bowl, combine wine, broth, garlic, sage, thyme and salt; pour over beef. Top with potatoes, carrots, onion, pears, walnuts and apricots. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until meat is tender; skim fat., In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into stew. Cook, covered, on high until sauce is thickened, 20-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 522 calories, Fat 23g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 394mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

MD Robiul Awal Apon
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Abdulrazak Muhammad fct
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This stew is a waste of time and ingredients. It's bland and flavorless.


Md Jewel Ahmed
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I'm disappointed with this recipe. The stew was watery and lacked flavor.


Mani.676 gujjar
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This stew is way too salty for my taste. I had to add a lot of water to it to make it edible.


Gulfam Don
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The beef was a little tough, and the vegetables were overcooked.


MD ASHEDUL ISLAM
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my stew turned out a little bland. Maybe I didn't use enough spices.


Ian Wilson
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This stew is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love serving it with mashed potatoes and a side of vegetables.


Fori Irof
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I've been making this stew for years, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Jay Ace
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I made this stew in my slow cooker, and it turned out perfectly. It's so easy to make, and the results are amazing.


Ajay kumar122
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This stew is a must-try for any beef stew lover. It's packed with flavor and so comforting.


Sardar Shakir
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I'm not a big fan of beef stew, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Renson Nyaravi
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This is the best beef stew recipe I've ever tried. The beef is so tender, and the vegetables are cooked perfectly.


Ahmed Yousif
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I made this stew for my family, and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it!


Niwamanya Joshua
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This stew is perfect for a cold fall day. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing.


Elijah kwao Tetteh
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I love this recipe! The stew is so flavorful and comforting. I always make a big batch so I can have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Anees Jutt
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This was my first time making beef stew, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow, and the stew was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Bheki Maseko
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I've made this stew several times now, and it's always a hit with my family. The beef is so tender and juicy, and the vegetables are perfectly cooked. I love the way the flavors all come together in this dish.


Tregan Haley
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This beef stew is a fall classic, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The beef is melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I especially love the addition of the red wine, which gives the stew a rich and flavo