BEEF STEW OR VENISON STEW

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I've been making this stew for over 30 years. It can be made with either beef or venison. A friend of my daughter's really likes this stew. He even told me... "It's the best stew he's ever had!" Needless to say I was quite flattered by his compliment!

Provided by Cindi M Bauer

Categories     Stew

Time 4h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 3/4-inch pieces or 1 1/2 lbs venison
1/2 cup flour
2 -3 tablespoons shortening (add more if need be)
salt & pepper, season according to taste
1 medium onion, chopped fine
3 -4 dashes Worcestershire sauce
6 cups hot water
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 pinch dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon lemon juice (This tenderizes the meat)
4 whole cloves
5 carrots, sliced thin
4 medium potatoes, cubed small
1/2-1 green bell peppers, chopped fine or 1/2-1 yellow bell pepper
1 stalk celery, sliced thin
1 (4 ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can whole tomatoes, cut up
1/2 cup frozen peas (*See note) (optional)
4 tablespoons flour (I use cornstarch)
1/2 cup cold water
1 teaspoon Kitchen Bouquet, browning & seasoning sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Coat beef stew meat (or venison stew meat) with flour.
  • In a large skillet, melt shortening.
  • Add the flour coated meat; season with salt and pepper.
  • When the meat is almost browned, add onions; finish browning.
  • Add the Worcestershire sauce; stir for another minute.
  • Transfer to a 5 quart Dutch Oven, or a large soup kettle.
  • Add the hot water, bouillon granules, thyme, bay leaf, lemon juice, and whole cloves.
  • Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for 2 hours.
  • Add the carrots, potatoes, green peppers, celery, mushrooms and tomatoes.
  • Cover, and simmer 1-1/2 hours.
  • Remove bay leaf and whole cloves at this point.
  • Bring back to a boil.
  • Combine the flour and cold water, and add this to the boiling stew; stirring constantly.
  • Finally add the Kitchen Bouquet; mix through thoroughly.
  • Serves 8 - 10.
  • *Note: Sometimes you'll only need 3 tablespoons of flour, mixed with 1/3 cup cold water to thicken the stew. Also, if wanting to add peas to the stew, add the frozen peas within the last 20 minutes of cooking time (while the vegetables are simmering).

Tr3vor L.
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This stew is the best! I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The meat is always tender and the vegetables are cooked perfectly.


Frank Obi-Chidindu Nnorom
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This stew is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that I can use any kind of meat or vegetables I have on hand.


More Tharu
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I made this stew for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


Taqweel Zeeshan
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This stew is the perfect comfort food. It's so warm and flavorful, and the meat is so tender. I love serving it with mashed potatoes and a side of crusty bread.


Kaitlyn Walker
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I've never made stew before, but this recipe made it so easy. The stew turned out great and my family loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


MS Pinki
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This stew is so delicious and hearty. I love that it's made with simple, everyday ingredients. It's a great meal to make for a crowd.


Md Faruk
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I made this stew in my slow cooker and it turned out great! The meat was fall-apart tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Chelle Baxley
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing. The stew is so flavorful and comforting, perfect for a cold winter day.


Faisal Hameed
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I've made this stew a few times now and it's always a hit. The meat is always tender and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I love that I can use either beef or venison, depending on what I have on hand.


MISHAQ KHAN
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I made this venison stew for my family and they loved it! The meat was so tender and juicy, and the gravy was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


QUENTIN WELLS
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This beef stew recipe is a keeper! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


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