Best Ever Beef Stew
Beef stew is a classic comfort food, perfect for the colder months. With lean beef, this stew recipe offers a rich, deep-flavored sauce that is both economical and hearty. Whether you choose to let it simmer slowly on the stove or oven, speed things up with a pressure cooker, or opt for the convenience of a slow cooker, this beef stew is sure to please. Pair it with Irish soda bread, quick country bread without yeast, or super easy artisan bread to complete the meal.
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds of beef stew meat
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon seasoning salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups water
- 2 teaspoons beef demi-glace (or Swanson beef flavor boost)
- 4 medium to large sweet potatoes, washed and diced
- 3 large carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 celery stalk, diced