Best 4 Fireside Beef Stew Recipes

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Fireside beef stew, a classic comfort food, has been enjoyed for centuries. Its rich and savory flavors, combined with the tender meat and hearty vegetables, make it a perfect dish for a cold winter night. The traditional recipe for fireside beef stew is simple, relying on a few key ingredients to create a delicious and satisfying dish. The main component of the stew is beef, typically chuck roast, which is braised in a flavorful broth until it becomes fall-apart tender. Vegetables such as carrots, celery, and onions add a layer of sweetness and texture, while herbs and spices like thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves provide a fragrant aroma. This hearty stew is often served with a side of crusty bread or mashed potatoes, making it a complete and satisfying meal.

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FIRESIDE BEEF STEW



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This stew is perfect for warming up on a wintry day. It is a good dish to make when you're busy, since it's quick to prepare and doesn't need attention while cooking. Instead of noodles, I often serve it with rice.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast or top round steak, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon browning sauce, optional
1/4 cup dry cream of rice cereal
4 medium carrots, cut into 1-1/2-inch chunks
2 cups thinly sliced onions
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 to 1 teaspoon dried marjoram, crushed
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup dry red wine or beef broth
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) whole mushrooms, drained
Hot cooked noodles

Steps:

  • In a medium Dutch oven or 3-qt. casserole, toss meat with browning sauce. Mix in cereal. Add all remaining ingredients except noodles., Cover and bake at 325° for 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until the meat and vegetables are tender. Serve with noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 6g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FIRESIDE BEEF STEW



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Our rich, comforting beef stew chock-full of root vegetables is just the thing to get you through winter. The one-pot wonder can be made two to three days in advance, then reheated and finished with the parsley-horseradish topping and the sour cream right before serving.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes

Time 3h45m

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons safflower oil
3 pounds whole chuck roast, cut crosswise into 2-inch-thick steaks
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 large onion, diced
2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, crushed
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup dry red wine, such as Cabernet Sauvignon
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 dried bay leaves
1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large turnip, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup prepared horseradish
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a 5-quart Dutch oven over medium-high. Generously season beef with salt and pepper. Working in two batches, sear beef, flipping once, until deep golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Remove fat from Dutch oven; add remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Stir in onion, celery, and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 6 to 8 minutes. Add tomato paste and flour and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add Worcestershire and wine and cook, scraping up browned bits from bottom, 1 minute. Add broth and bay leaves.
  • Cut beef into 1 1/2-inch chunks; return to Dutch oven along with any juices. Bring to a boil, then partially cover and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook until meat is tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Add potatoes, carrots, and turnip, re-cover partially, and continue to cook until vegetables are tender, about 1 hour, 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine parsley and horseradish in a small bowl. Serve stew with dollops of sour cream, topped with parsley-horseradish mixture.

FIRESIDE BEEF STEW WITH SQUASH RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Fireside Beef Stew with Squash Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by á-174535

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck pot roast
2 1/2 cups peeled and seeded butternut squash cut into 1-inch pieces, about 1 pound
2 small onions, cut into wedges
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14-ounce) can reduced-sodium beef broth
1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
2 tablespoons cold water
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 (9-ounce) package frozen Italian green beans
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Trim fat from meat. Cut meat into 1-inch pieces. In a 3.5 to 4.5-quart slow cooker combine meat, squash, onions, and garlic. Stir in broth, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, the 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and the allspice. Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 8 to 10 hours or on high-heat setting for 4 to 5 hours. If using low-heat setting, turn to high-heat setting. In a small bowl combine cold water and cornstarch. Stir cornstarch mixture and frozen green beans into meat mixture. Cover and cook about 15 minutes more or until thickened. If desired, sprinkle each serving with freshly ground black pepper to taste.

FIRESIDE BEEF STEW



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My husband likes his stew with broth so I don't thicken with the tapioca. You can use thinly sliced green onions or a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Provided by Karen Wisler

Categories     Other Soups

Time 11h

Number Of Ingredients 15

2-21/2 lb beef chuck roast
1 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 pkg onion soup mix
2 medium sweet potatoes,peeled and cut into 1" pieces
2 c peeled baby carrots,halved lengthwise
2 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
2 medium parsnips. peeled and cut into 1" pieces
1 medium turnip, peeled,quartered and sliced 3/4" thick
4 clove garlic,minced
2 can(s) beef broth, reduced sodium
1 c cranberry juice
3 Tbsp tapioca,quick cooking
1 tsp ground tumeric
1 tsp ground cumin
1/4-1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Cut meat into 1" pieces and brown in hot oil, turning to brown evenly. Transfer meat to a 5-6 quart crock pot. Add soup mix and toss to coat.
  • 2. Add sweet potatoes,carrots,potatoes,parsnips,turnip and garlic.
  • 3. In a medium bowl, combine beef broth,cranberry juice,tapioca,tumeric,cumin, and cayenne pepper. Pour over meat mixture in crock pot.
  • 4. Cover and cook on low setting for 10-12 hours or high heat setting for 5-6 hours.
  • 5. If you like garnish with green onions and server with sour cream.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef. Stew meat is a good option, as it is already cut into small pieces and is relatively inexpensive. You can also use chuck roast or brisket, but these cuts will need to be cooked for longer.
  • Brown the beef before stewing it. This will help to develop flavor and color. You can brown the beef in a Dutch oven or in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, texture, and color to your stew. Good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and parsnips.
  • Season the stew well. Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. You can also add other herbs and spices to taste.
  • Cook the stew on low heat for several hours. This will allow the flavors to develop and the beef to become tender.
  • Serve the stew with crusty bread or mashed potatoes. This will help to soak up the delicious broth.

Conclusion:

Fireside beef stew is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and hearty stew that your family and friends will love.

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