Mom's Savoury Beef Stew

"Just the right dish for a cold day. This stew is very easy to make, but needs 4-5 hours cooking time. All of the measurements for the seasoning are approximate, and should be seasoned to taste. Only 400 calories and one serving is very filling. For a beefier flavour, try adding 2 little packets of beef oxo, and omitting 1/2 tsp salt. This stew freezes very well; when heating it after it has been frozen, add a little water and it will bring it right back to life."
 
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Ready In:
4hrs
Ingredients:
12
Serves:
4-6
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ingredients

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directions

  • Dice the beef into small 3/4 - 1 inch cubes.
  • Dredge the beef in flour, discard remaining flour.
  • In a frying pan over medium-low heat, cook beef in hot olive oil just until browned on the outside. Take care not to over cook.
  • Transfer beef to a medium stock pot.
  • Add enough tomato juice to cover beef well(approximately 3/4 of a 1 1/2 litre can).
  • Add diced onions, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, garlic, and beef oxo if you're using it.
  • Simmer on low heat, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 hours.
  • Add potatoes, celery, carrots (sliced thin or they won't cook at the same pace as the other vegetables), water, and remaining tomato juice, stir.
  • Boil on medium heat, stirring frequently (to prevent bottom from burning), for about 30-40 minutes or until vegetables are soft and tender.
  • Taste the broth at this time to make sure it is the right flavour to you, if it seems over all bland then add a little more salt, pepper and garlic.
  • Remove 2-3 cups of liquid from the stew, making sure to not collect any vegetables, place in a 4 cup liquid measure.
  • Add enough flour (maybe 1/3 cup) to thicken removed liquid into a very thick clump free gravy. Use a whisk to get the clumps out, or a Braun wand mixer would be better.
  • Add the thick mixture to the stew, and stir well.
  • Cook another 2 or 3 minutes on medium low.
  • Remove from heat, serve.

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I am the mother of two wonderful boys ages 1 and 2 1/2 years old, and I love to bake at midnight when my boys are in bed. I'm a great baker and an OK cook.
 
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