How to Make Beef and Mushroom Stew - A Step-by-Step Guide

Beef and mushroom stew is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter's day. This classic recipe combines tender chunks of beef with earthy mushrooms in a rich and flavorful broth. The slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a dish that is both satisfying and delicious.

What makes this stew so special is the combination of ingredients that work together to create a depth of flavor that is second to none. The beef provides a hearty and ...

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound beef stew meat
  • 1 (32 ounce) carton beef stock
  • 3 tablespoons salted butter
  • 2 (8 ounce) packages sliced white mushrooms
  • 2 (8 ounce) packages sliced baby bella mushrooms
  • 6 ounces dried porcini mushrooms
  • 1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, grated
  • 1 stalk celery, finely chopped, or more to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic, pressed, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Combine beef, beef stock, and porcini mushrooms into a large saucepan and bring to a simmering boil. Leave on a low simmer until meat is tender, about 1 hour.
  • Heat butter in a large stockpot over medium-high heat and add white, bella, porcini, and canned mushrooms, onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Saute until mushrooms shrink and onions are translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Transfer beef mixture to the stockpot. Continue to simmer for 1 hour more. Remove pieces of beef and shred with 2 forks. Return shredded beef to the stew and serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    305 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 36mg
    • Sodium: 233mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 43mg
    • Iron: 8mg
    • Potassium: 780mg

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