BEEF STEW WITH GHOULISH MASHED POTATOES

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Kids of all ages will be delighted with the seasonal twist on this hearty beef stew, which also features mushrooms and parsnips. Rich mashed potato "ghosts" are piped onto each bowlful. The cook will love the convenient slow cooker preparation. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 pound fresh mushrooms, halved
2 cups fresh baby carrots
2 medium parsnips, peeled, halved lengthwise and sliced
2 medium onions, chopped
1-1/2 cups beef broth
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 medium potatoes (2-1/3 pounds), peeled and cubed
2/3 cup sour cream
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 cup frozen peas
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 11 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or until beef and vegetables are tender., About 30 minutes before serving, place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain. Return potatoes to pan; add the sour cream, butter and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mash until smooth., Set aside 12 peas for garnish. Add remaining peas to the slow cooker. Increase heat to high. In a bowl, whisk the flour, water and remaining salt until smooth; stir into stew. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until thickened., Divide stew among six bowls. Place mashed potatoes in large resealable plastic bag; cut a 2-in. hole in one corner. Pipe ghost potatoes onto stew; garnish with reserved peas.

Nutrition Facts :

Bibi Yasmin
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover beef. I had some leftover roast beef from a previous meal, and I used it to make this stew.


Jj Wyatt
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This stew is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day. The beef and vegetables are hearty and filling, and the potatoes are a comforting addition.


NICOLE KASS
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This stew is a great way to celebrate Halloween. The ghoulish mashed potatoes and the spooky presentation make this dish perfect for a Halloween party.


Mame Abdu
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover Halloween candy. I had some leftover candy corn and chocolate chips, and I added them to the stew. The candy corn and chocolate chips added a fun and festive touch to the stew.


Sayed Rayyan
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I'm a big fan of one-pot meals. This stew is a great one-pot meal that is easy to make and clean up. I simply browned the beef and vegetables in a large pot, then added the other ingredients and simmered until the beef was tender.


Trade 245
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This stew is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the ghoulish mashed potatoes and they didn't even notice the vegetables that were hidden in the stew.


Zeeshan Mastoi
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I served this stew with a side of cornbread. The cornbread was a perfect accompaniment to the stew, and it helped to soak up all of the delicious gravy.


FreeMan Godz
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This stew is a great make-ahead meal. I made the stew the night before and then reheated it the next day. The stew was even better the second day, as the flavors had time to meld together.


Prosper Godspower
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I'm not a fan of mashed potatoes, but I loved the ghoulish mashed potatoes in this recipe. They were creamy and flavorful, and the green food coloring gave them a spooky look that was perfect for Halloween.


AFG AYOBI
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some leftover carrots, celery, and onions, and I used them to make this stew. The stew turned out great and I was able to use up some vegetables that would have otherwise gone to waste.


Imran laghari
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I'm always looking for new and creative ways to cook beef stew. This recipe definitely fits the bill! The ghoulish mashed potatoes are a fun and unique touch that makes this dish perfect for Halloween or any other spooky occasion.


Renee Whitwam
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter day. The beef and vegetables are hearty and filling, and the potatoes are a comforting addition. I served the stew with a side of crusty bread and a glass of red wine.


JOHN OTIENO
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I'm a vegetarian, so I made this stew with tofu instead of beef. The stew was still delicious! The tofu absorbed all of the flavors of the gravy and the potatoes were creamy and smooth.


almir causevic
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I made this stew in my slow cooker and it was perfect! The stew cooked all day while I was at work, and when I came home it was ready to eat. The beef was fall-apart tender and the vegetables were cooked to perfection.


Irshad MaRi
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This stew was easy to make and very affordable. I used inexpensive cuts of beef and vegetables, and the stew still turned out great. I served the stew with crusty bread and a side salad.


Rehman Memon
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I'm not a big fan of beef stew, but this recipe changed my mind! The stew was so flavorful and the potatoes were creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Daneil Gloria
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beef. I had some leftover roast beef from a previous meal, and I used it to make this stew. The stew was hearty and filling, and the potatoes were a perfect accompaniment.


Saifi Jee
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I made this stew for a Halloween party and it was a huge success! The guests loved the spooky presentation and the stew itself was delicious. I used a variety of vegetables in my stew, including carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes. I also added a f


Karuna Magar
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This beef stew recipe was a hit with my family! The beef was fork-tender and the gravy was rich and flavorful. The ghoulish mashed potatoes were a fun and festive touch. I will definitely be making this dish again.