STEW FOR A CROWD

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Need a no-fuss feast to feed a crowd? With lots of meat and vegetables, this big-batch stew is sure to satisfy. -Mike Marratzo, Florence, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h

Yield 120 (1-cup) servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

25 pounds beef stew meat
5 pounds onions, diced (about 16 cups)
2 bunches celery, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 14 cups)
About 5 quarts water
1/2 cup browning sauce, optional
1/4 cup salt
3 tablespoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons dried thyme
3 tablespoons seasoned salt
2 tablespoons pepper
12 bay leaves
15 pounds red potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 16 cups)
10 pounds carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 24 cups)
10 cups frozen peas
10 cups frozen corn
4 cups all-purpose flour
3 to 4 cups milk

Steps:

  • Divide stew meat, onions and celery among several large Dutch ovens or stockpots. Add water to fill pans half full. Add browning sauce if desired and seasonings. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 1-1/2 hours or until the meat is tender. Add potatoes and carrots; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender. , Add peas and corn; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes or until heated through. , Combine flour and enough milk to achieve a creamy, smooth paste; gradually add to stew. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Muhammad Waqar
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I found this stew to be too thick.


Sierra Blankenship
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This stew is a bit bland for my taste.


Rodney Dennis
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I'm not a fan of vegetables, but I loved the vegetables in this stew.


Breeane Coletti
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover beef.


Som Bk
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I love that this stew is made in one pot. It makes cleanup a breeze.


Lisan Ahmed
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter night. It's warm and comforting.


Dilshad Karachi
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I'm definitely going to make this stew for my next potluck. It's sure to be a hit.


Rizwan niazi
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This stew is a must-try for any beef stew lover. It's packed with flavor and the meat is fall-apart tender.


Sandra Gyang
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so good!


Gjf G
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This stew is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make.


Zina Hesham
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I've made this stew several times and it's always delicious. The meat is so tender and the vegetables are cooked perfectly.


Prabodha Rasanga
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This is my go-to recipe for beef stew. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Aaron Carrasco
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I love this stew! It's so hearty and flavorful. I always make a big batch and freeze the leftovers for later.


King Temple
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This stew was easy to make and turned out great. I used a slow cooker and it was ready when I got home from work. The meat was fall-apart tender and the vegetables were cooked to perfection.


Dolapo “Sandwich” Sobayo
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I'm not a huge fan of beef stew, but this recipe changed my mind. The meat was so flavorful and the sauce was rich and hearty. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was the perfect comfort food.


Hunter Dixon
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This stew was a huge hit at our family reunion! I doubled the recipe and it fed everyone easily. The beef was so tender and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.