BROWN BEEF STEW

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My favourite stew, from 'The Mennonite Treasury of Recipes.' Nothing better on a cold winter's night, accompanied by "schnetki" (baking powder biscuits).

Provided by Swan Valley Tammi

Categories     Stew

Time 1h50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 lbs stewing beef, chunks
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
paprika, sprinkle
3 tablespoons oil (or shortening)
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 bay leaf
2 cups beef stock
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
6 medium carrots, sliced
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup peas

Steps:

  • Combine flour, salt, pepper, and paprika; roll meat in seasoned flour.
  • Brown in hot oil in Dutch oven or large skillet. Add onion, garlic, bay leaf, beef stock, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Simmer, covered, 1 to 1-1/2 hours, or until meat is almost tender.
  • Add potatoes, simmer 15 minutes. Then add onions and carrots; simmer another 15 minutes.
  • Add celery and peas and simmer 5 minutes more, or until all vegetables are tender.

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