Best 11 Ravens Beef Stew Recipes

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Ravens Beef Stew is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is made with beef, vegetables, and a rich stew sauce. The beef is typically braised or stewed until it is fall-apart tender, and the vegetables are usually a mix of root vegetables, such as potatoes, carrots, and turnips. The stew is then simmered until it is thick and flavorful. Ravens Beef Stew is often served with a side of bread or rice, and it can also be topped with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt.

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RAVIN' GOOD STEW



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This stew is loaded with ingredients. It's sure to fill up the kids before they head out trick-or-treating, and the family enjoys it all season long! -Shirley Smith, Yorba Linda, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 can (29 ounces) pear halves
3 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 medium onions, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ketchup
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
2-3/4 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup white wine or additional chicken broth
1 bay leaf
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 tablespoons golden raisins
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Drain pears, reserving juice; chop pears and set aside. In a Dutch oven, brown beef in oil in batches; drain and set aside. In the same pan, saute onions in butter for 5 minutes. Stir in the flour, ketchup, salt, lemon zest, thyme, pepper, cinnamon and cloves until blended. , Gradually stir in the broth, wine and reserved pear juice. Add bay leaf and beef. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. , Add sweet potatoes; cover and simmer 30 minutes longer or until potatoes and beef are tender. Stir in raisins and pears; heat through. Discard bay leaf. Garnish with parsley.

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RAVEN'S STEW



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I love venison stew. You will enjoy this tasty dish. You may substitute Elk or Moose meat. We serve it on rice, but you could also serve it alone or on top of mashed potatoes or broad egg noodles.

Provided by Gaurdian Gabriel

Categories     Stew

Time 6h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 lbs elk meat (roast or peices) or 2 1/2 lbs moose (roast or peices)
4 slices bacon, raw
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 onion, quartered
4 white potatoes, quartered, peeled
2 large carrots, peeled, coarsely chopped
2 large parsnips, peeled, coarsely chopped
1 apple, crispini, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons coarse sea salt
2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
4 cups sweet apple cider (not hard)

Steps:

  • In a crock pot, add the venison and cover with the bacon slices.
  • Place the garlic, onion, potatoes, carrots, parsnips and apple around the vension meat.
  • Season well with salt, pepper, thyme and parsley.
  • Pour the apple cider over everything and cook on low for 6 - 8 hours.
  • If you prefer a thicker gravy, add a little flour and water mix and allow to cook till thickened.
  • Serve to your preference and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.4, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 162.3, Sodium 1132.2, Carbohydrate 27.3, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 5.9, Protein 45.8

RAVEN'S BEEF STEW



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A delicious and easy to make beef stew recipe.

Provided by Raving Raven

Categories     Beef Stew

Time 2h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup vegetable shortening
2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
2 quarts beef stock
½ onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
2 cubes beef bouillon
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter
½ (16 ounce) package baby carrots, chopped
6 potatoes, quartered
2 stalks celery, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the shortening in a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the beef stew meat. Cook and stir until the beef is evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Transfer beef to a large pot, and add beef stock, onion, garlic, bay leaves, beef bouillon, salt, and pepper. Cook on medium heat until beef begins to tender, about 1 hour.
  • Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the carrots; cook and stir until the carrots begins to tender. Stir in the potatoes and celery. Continue to cook and stir until all the vegetables are tender. Transfer the vegetables to the large pot. Simmer until the beef is very tender, about 1 hour more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628 calories, Carbohydrate 47.4 g, Cholesterol 90.1 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 38.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 639.4 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

RAVEN'S BEEF STEW



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A delicious and easy to make beef stew recipe.

Provided by Raving Raven

Categories     Beef Stew

Time 2h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup vegetable shortening
2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
2 quarts beef stock
½ onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
2 cubes beef bouillon
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter
½ (16 ounce) package baby carrots, chopped
6 potatoes, quartered
2 stalks celery, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the shortening in a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the beef stew meat. Cook and stir until the beef is evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Transfer beef to a large pot, and add beef stock, onion, garlic, bay leaves, beef bouillon, salt, and pepper. Cook on medium heat until beef begins to tender, about 1 hour.
  • Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the carrots; cook and stir until the carrots begins to tender. Stir in the potatoes and celery. Continue to cook and stir until all the vegetables are tender. Transfer the vegetables to the large pot. Simmer until the beef is very tender, about 1 hour more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628 calories, Carbohydrate 47.4 g, Cholesterol 90.1 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 38.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 639.4 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

RAVEN'S BEEF STEW



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A delicious and easy to make beef stew recipe.

Provided by Raving Raven

Categories     Beef Stew

Time 2h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup vegetable shortening
2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
2 quarts beef stock
½ onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
2 cubes beef bouillon
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter
½ (16 ounce) package baby carrots, chopped
6 potatoes, quartered
2 stalks celery, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the shortening in a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the beef stew meat. Cook and stir until the beef is evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Transfer beef to a large pot, and add beef stock, onion, garlic, bay leaves, beef bouillon, salt, and pepper. Cook on medium heat until beef begins to tender, about 1 hour.
  • Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the carrots; cook and stir until the carrots begins to tender. Stir in the potatoes and celery. Continue to cook and stir until all the vegetables are tender. Transfer the vegetables to the large pot. Simmer until the beef is very tender, about 1 hour more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628 calories, Carbohydrate 47.4 g, Cholesterol 90.1 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 38.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 639.4 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

OVEN BEEF STEW



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No one ever guesses that this traditional combination is low in fat. A thick flavorful sauce makes this hearty dish one that will be requested time and again. I know your family will enjoy it. -Debbie Patton of Westchester, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 beef top round roast (2 pounds), cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 medium onions, cut into eighths
3 celery ribs, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch slices
1 can (11-1/2 ounces) tomato juice
1/3 cup dry sherry or water
1/3 cup quick-cooking tapioca
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine the beef, potatoes, onions, celery and carrots; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the tomato juice, sherry or water, tapioca, sugar, salt, basil and pepper. Let stand for 15 minutes. , Pour over beef mixture. Cover and bake at 325° for 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until meat is almost tender. , Add the beans; cook 30 minutes longer or until beans and meat are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 519mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

RAVEN'S BEEF STEW



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A delicious and easy to make beef stew recipe.

Provided by Raving Raven

Categories     Beef Stew

Time 2h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup vegetable shortening
2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
2 quarts beef stock
½ onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
2 cubes beef bouillon
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter
½ (16 ounce) package baby carrots, chopped
6 potatoes, quartered
2 stalks celery, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the shortening in a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the beef stew meat. Cook and stir until the beef is evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Transfer beef to a large pot, and add beef stock, onion, garlic, bay leaves, beef bouillon, salt, and pepper. Cook on medium heat until beef begins to tender, about 1 hour.
  • Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the carrots; cook and stir until the carrots begins to tender. Stir in the potatoes and celery. Continue to cook and stir until all the vegetables are tender. Transfer the vegetables to the large pot. Simmer until the beef is very tender, about 1 hour more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628 calories, Carbohydrate 47.4 g, Cholesterol 90.1 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 38.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 639.4 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

RAVEN'S BEEF STEW



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A delicious and easy to make beef stew recipe.

Provided by Raving Raven

Categories     Beef Stew

Time 2h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup vegetable shortening
2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
2 quarts beef stock
½ onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
2 cubes beef bouillon
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter
½ (16 ounce) package baby carrots, chopped
6 potatoes, quartered
2 stalks celery, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the shortening in a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the beef stew meat. Cook and stir until the beef is evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Transfer beef to a large pot, and add beef stock, onion, garlic, bay leaves, beef bouillon, salt, and pepper. Cook on medium heat until beef begins to tender, about 1 hour.
  • Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the carrots; cook and stir until the carrots begins to tender. Stir in the potatoes and celery. Continue to cook and stir until all the vegetables are tender. Transfer the vegetables to the large pot. Simmer until the beef is very tender, about 1 hour more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628 calories, Carbohydrate 47.4 g, Cholesterol 90.1 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 38.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 639.4 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

OLD-FASHIONED OVEN BEEF STEW



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You can get down-home beef stew into the oven within 15 minutes. It then conveniently bakes unattended for hours.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 4h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lb beef stew meat
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 bags (1 lb each) frozen vegetables for stew
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (10 oz each) condensed beef consommé
1 tablespoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 dried bay leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F. In 5-quart Dutch oven or 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, toss beef with flour. Add frozen vegetables.
  • In large bowl, mix remaining ingredients. Pour over beef and vegetables; gently stir until mixed.
  • Cover; bake 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours or until beef is tender. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1/2 g

THE BEST BEEF STEW



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Our stew has tons of flavor thanks to the herbs, red wine and balsamic vinegar. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 19

1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons herbes de Provence
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups dry red wine
2 cups beef broth
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary, divided
2 bay leaves
3 cups cubed peeled potatoes
3 cups coarsely chopped onions (about 2 large)
2 cups sliced carrots
2 tablespoons cold water
2 tablespoons balsamic or red wine vinegar
1 cup fresh or frozen peas
Additional fresh rosemary, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, toss beef and 1/4 teaspoon salt. In a large bowl, combine 4 tablespoons flour and paprika. Add beef, a few pieces at a time, and toss to coat. , In a Dutch oven, brown beef in oil over medium heat. Stir in tomato paste, herbes de Provence and garlic; cook until fragrant and color starts to darken slightly. Add wine; cook until mixture just comes to a boil. Simmer until reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Stir in broth, 1 teaspoon rosemary and bay leaves. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until meat is almost tender, about 1-1/2 hours., Add potatoes, onions and carrots. Cover; simmer until meat and vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes longer., Discard bay leaves. In a small bowl, combine remaining 1/2 teaspoon rosemary, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and remaining 2 tablespoon flour. Add cold water and vinegar; stir until smooth. Stir into stew. Bring to a boil; add peas. Cook, stirring, until thickened, about 2 minutes. If desired, top with additional fresh rosemary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 605mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY OVEN BEEF STEW



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My husband liked this stew and I thought others would, too. -Ruth Ushman, Waterford, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h15m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 pound boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1-1/4 cup water
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • In a resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add beef cubes, a few at a time, and shake to coat. In a Dutch oven, brown meat in oil. Add the soup, water, onion and basil; mix well. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour. Add potatoes and carrots. Bake 1 hour longer or until meat and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 1253mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef: Chuck roast, short ribs, and brisket are all good options for beef stew. These cuts are tough, but they become tender when cooked slowly in liquid.
  • Brown the beef before stewing: Browning the beef adds flavor and color to the stew. Be sure to brown the meat in batches so that it doesn't overcrowd the pan and steam.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The vegetables in beef stew add flavor, texture, and nutrients. Some good options include carrots, potatoes, celery, onions, and mushrooms.
  • Season the stew well: Beef stew should be well-seasoned with salt, pepper, and other spices. Some good options include garlic, rosemary, thyme, and bay leaves.
  • Cook the stew slowly: Beef stew should be cooked slowly over low heat. This allows the flavors to develop and the meat to become tender.
  • Serve the stew with crusty bread or mashed potatoes: Beef stew is a hearty and satisfying dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. Serve it with crusty bread or mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious gravy.

Conclusion:

Beef stew is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. By following these tips, you can make a delicious and flavorful beef stew that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give beef stew a try. You won't be disappointed!

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