Dinty Moore Beef Stew Recipe
Dinty Moore Beef Stew Recipe is a classic comfort food loved by many. It is hearty, flavorful and simple to make.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Dinty Moore beef stew meat
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 carrots sliced
- 2 potatoes diced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour optional for thickening
Instructions
Heat Oil in Pot
- Add vegetable oil to a large pot. Heat over medium until warm.
Brown the Beef
- Add beef chunks. Cook until all sides are browned, about 5 minutes.
Add Onion and Garlic
- Stir in chopped onion and garlic. Cook until onions become soft and fragrant.
Add Vegetables
- Add sliced carrots and diced potatoes. Stir well with the beef and onions.
Pour in Broth and Water
- Add beef broth and water. Stir gently to combine everything in the pot.
Season the Stew
- Add salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaf. Stir to mix spices evenly.
Simmer the Stew
- Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes, until beef is tender.
Optional: Thicken Stew
- Mix flour with 2 tablespoons water. Stir into stew. Cook 5 more minutes to thicken.
Taste and Adjust
- Taste the stew. Add more salt or pepper if needed. Remove bay leaf before serving.
Notes
- Brown beef well to enhance flavor.
- Cut vegetables evenly for uniform cooking.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Use fresh herbs if available for better taste.
- Don’t rush simmering; low heat makes beef tender.