Classic Beef Stew

Name: Classic Beef Stew
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 25 min
Yield: 8-10 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck, cut in 1/2 inch cubes; 2 cups boiling water; 6 -8 potatoes, cubed; 6 carrots, sliced; 1 medium onion, sliced; 1 -2 bay leaf; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1 garlic clove, whole; 1 dash garlic powder; 1 dash allspice or 1 dash clove

Submitted by BeccaB3c

"This is a special treat for cold winter days. A family favorite! Feel free to improvise- I will double this, use a million carrots (steamed in the microwave first), and I mince the garlic."

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Ready In:: 2hrs 25mins
Ingredients:: 15
Serves:: 8-10

ingredients

2 lbs beef chuck, cut in 1/2 inch cubes
2 cups boiling water
6 -8 potatoes, cubed
6 carrots, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
1 -2 bay leaf
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
¹⁄₂ teaspoon pepper
¹⁄₂ teaspoon paprika
1 garlic clove, whole
1 dash garlic powder
1 dash allspice or 1 dash clove

directions

Thoroughly brown the meat on all sides in hot oil, turning often.
Add boiling water, worcestershire sauce, garlic, sliced onion, bay leaves, and seasonings.
Cover, simmer (don't boil) for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally and keep from sticking.
Remove bay leaves and garlic clove.
Add carrots and potatoes.
Cover and cook for 30 minutes or until vegetables are done.
Remove meat and veggies.
Thicken liquid for gravy if desired.
(you can use flour or corn starch).
Enjoy!