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Close-up of rich Winter Beef Stew with chunks of beef, carrots, and potatoes in a dark bowl.

Winter Beef Stew

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 min
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A hearty and simple slow-cooked beef stew perfect for cold weather, using Italian dressing for flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup Kraft Zesty Italian Dressing
  • 2 lb stewing beef, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 6 carrots (1-1/2 lb.), sliced
  • 1–1/2 lb potatoes (about 5), peeled, cut into large chunks
  • 1 can (19 fl oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can (10 fl oz) 25%-less-sodium beef broth

Instructions

  1. Pour dressing over beef in a resealable plastic bag. Seal the bag. Turn the bag several times to coat the beef evenly with the dressing. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to marinate.
  2. Cook bacon in a Dutch oven or large deep skillet on medium heat for 5 minutes or until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove bacon from the pan; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings.
  3. Add mushrooms and onions to the Dutch oven. Cook on medium-high heat for 10 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Remove meat from marinade; discard the bag and marinade. Add the beef to the Dutch oven with the bacon, carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, and broth. Stir everything together.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Cover the pot. Simmer on low heat for 1 hour 30 minutes or until the beef is done and the sauce is thickened. Stir occasionally and uncover the pot after 1 hour 15 minutes of simmering.

Notes

  • This recipe works well as a dump and go crockpot dinner if you transfer all ingredients to a slow cooker after the initial bacon cooking step and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
  • This stew is a good option for healthy crockpot meals when using lean stewing beef.
  • Prep Time: 30 min
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 40 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 8
  • Sodium: 650
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 6
  • Protein: 35
  • Cholesterol: 100

Keywords: Winter Beef Stew, Crockpot Beef Stew, Easy Beef Stew, Slow Cooker Beef Stew, Dump And Go Crockpot Dinners, Hearty Winter Meals, Cold Weather Comfort Food

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