Pauline Werner's Beef Stew

A classic, simple beef stew recipe made with potatoes and carrots that my grandmother developed and that is now being enjoyed by a fourth generation in my family. Delicious with salad and a crusty bread.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 2 hr
• Total Time: 2 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 463 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pinch salt
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 pinch ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 pounds lean beef, cut into 1-1/2 inch cubes
• 2 potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
• 4 carrots, cut into large chunks
• 3 stalks celery, thickly sliced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Place the meat in a bowl, sprinkle with flour, and toss to coat. Transfer meat to pot, season with salt and pepper, and brown meat on all sides.

Step 2

Fill the pot with enough water to cover the meat, and mix in onion, bay leaf, and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for an hour or until the meat is tender.

Step 3

Stir in the potatoes, carrots, and celery. Continue cooking over low heat for 45 minutes, until vegetables are tender. Remove bay leaf before serving.