1-2 hours8 servingsAmerican

Basic Beef Stew

By Pillsbury

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8 Servings

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1-2 hours

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Easy

Basic Beef Stew
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Recipe Details

Course: Main Dishes

Difficulty: Easy

Prep Time: 45 min

Cook Time: 54 min

Total Time: 1-2 hours

Cooking Technique: Pressure Cook, Sauté

Cuisine: American

Yield: 8 Servings

Ingredients

  • 2 lb beef stew meat
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon Muir Glen™ organic tomato paste
  • 2 cups chopped onions
  • 2 cups diced peeled carrots
  • 2 cups diced peeled russet potatoes
  • 1 cup Progresso™ beef flavored broth
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. In large bowl, toss beef with salt and pepper. Spray 6-quart Instant Pot™ insert with cooking spray. Select Saute; adjust to normal. Melt butter in insert. Add beef in 2 batches, and cook 2 to 4 Minutes on first side until browned. Turn and cook 2 to 4 Minutes longer on second side or until browned. Select Cancel.
  2. Return beef to insert. Stir in tomato paste. Stir in onions, carrots and potatoes. Stir in broth. Secure lid; set pressure valve to Sealing. Select Manual; cook on high pressure 45 Minutes. Select Cancel. Set pressure valve to Venting to quick-release pressure.
  3. In small bowl, beat cornstarch and water with whisk. Select Saute, and adjust to normal; heat liquid to simmering. Gently stir in cornstarch mixture; cook 30 to 60 Seconds, stirring frequently, until thickened. Select Cancel.

Notes

Trademarks referred to herein are the properties of their respective owners., (No Title): Instead of 2 lb of stew meat, you can purchase a 2 1/2- to 3-lb beef chuck roast, and cut it yourself. Trim off the fat, and cut into 2-inch pieces. You should end up with about 2 lb meat.
(No Title): Top with chopped fresh parsley for a pretty, fresh garnish.
(No Title): Kitchen Tested - 11/2017.

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Pillsbury

Pillsbury is a trusted name in baking, known for its wide range of easy-to-make products, including refrigerated doughs, biscuits, and desserts. Established in 1872, Pillsbury has become a household staple, offering convenient and delicious baking solutions for families. Its iconic Doughboy mascot has become a symbol of fun in the kitchen, representing Pillsbury’s commitment to bringing joy through baking. Today, Pillsbury continues to innovate with new products while maintaining its legacy of providing comforting, homemade treats to kitchens across the world.

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