Pioneer Woman Beef Stew Recipe

In This Recipe am going to share with you how to make pioneer woman beef stew with no-alcohol beer. This is one of the best beef stews ever from the pioneer woman cuisine. Also, I tried to answer the most common questions about how to store beef stew, how to reheat it the correct way, and much more information.

Pioneer Woman Beef Stew Recipe

Pioneer women made this beef stew from Fresh beef meat that is divided into medium size cubes, mixed with some winter vegetables such as carrots, parsnips, and turnips which are diced into cubes. In this beef stew, she uses Beer but I personally don't use alcohol so I replace it with non-alcoholic beer which is also recommended for those who don't want to consume alcohol.

How Can I Make My Beef Stew More Flavorful?

In order to make the Flavorful beef stew recipe flavorful, use sauces such as soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce, in addition to umami sauces for more flavor and a savory texture. The seasonings can also make a huge impact on the beef stew, and adding the right seasonings can enhance the flavors and textures. For example, using a lemon zest for brightness, or chili powder for spice, or smoked paprika for depth and flavor.

What Vegetables Are Good In Beef Stew?

The Best vegetables that work very well in the beef stew are the winter vegetables such as carrots, parsnips, and turnips. Make sure to don't forget Yellow onion. Some beef stew recipes use potato exactly the baby potatoes and I think can go really well in the beef stew.

Here are some vegetables you should be adding to beef stews:

• Hearty Greens. 
• Mushrooms.
• Root Vegetables.
• Winter Squash.
• Fennel.
• Cauliflower
•  Eggplant.

How Do You Make Beef Stew Meat Tender?

In order to make the beef tender in a stew, it must first be browned in olive oil for about 2 to 3 minutes, then simmered for about 1 hour or 1 hour and a half. The beef in the stew should be tender this time. Make sure to cook the stew covered for the first 1h and a few minutes to cook the beef, then cook it uncovered for the last 15 minutes to thicken.

How Can I Thicken My Beef Stew?

It is possible to thicken beef stew in two main ways. The first method is to cook the stew uncovered for about 15 minutes to 20 minutes until the water evaporates and you will notice that the stew becomes thick. The second way is to use flour or cornstarch. Simply mix 3 tablespoons of flour or cornstarch into ½ cup of liquid (beef broth or water). Stir well the flour mixture, then add it back to the stew and keep cooking. The flour will thicken the stew.

Pioneer Woman Beef Stew Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 
• 1 tablespoon butter 
• 2 pounds beef stew meat
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 
• 1 medium onion, diced 
• 1 can or bottle of (No-alcohol)beer 
• 4 cups beef broth, more as needed 
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 
• 2 to 3 tablespoons tomato paste 
• 1 ½ teaspoons sugar 
• ½ teaspoon paprika 
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt 
• Freshly ground black pepper 
• 2 carrots, roughly sliced 
• 2 parsnips, roughly sliced 
• 1 small turnip, roughly sliced 
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, optional 
• Minced fresh parsley, for garnish 

How To Make Pioneer Woman Beef Stew

1. In a pan, melt the butter and oil and brown the beef.
2. Once the beef is browned remove it from the pan and set it aside.
3. Add the garlic and onions and cook until soft but not browned, about 3 minutes.
4. Stir in the beer (I use a non-alcohol beer), beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, sugar, paprika, salt, and pepper.
5. Next, bring the beef back to a simmer, cover it, and cook on low heat for one and a half to two hours, until very tender.
6. You can add more broth as needed if the liquid level drops too low. 
7. Add the carrots, parsnips, and turnips and continue simmering for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
8.  Pour out one cup of the cooking liquid and stir it into the flour if the stew is still too soupy. 
9. Stir the flour mixture into the pan again. 
10. Let the stew simmer for 10 minutes or until it has thickened. 
11. You should have very tender meat; if it is tough, continue cooking it. 
12. Stir in the parsley just before serving.
13. You can serve it with toast or with your favorite side dishes.

How To Store Beef Stew Correctly

You can store cooked beef stew in the fridge or in the freezer and it will last for 4 to 5 days in the fridge and about 3 months frozen. But you should follow a few steps to store your beef stew correctly. Make sure to let the beef stew cool enough until reaches room temperature. Use glass containers instead of Plastic. Lastly, be sure to write storing date so you don't miss it. I always do.

How Long Does Beef Stew Last In The Fridge?

Properly stored beef stew can last in the fridge for 4 to 5 days and is still tasty. This also works on the raw beef stew, and corned beef stew. For the cooked beef stew, always let it cool before storing and use well-closed glass containers. For raw meat stew, I recommend you to store the beef separately from the stew and the vegetables, this way make it last longer.

How Long Does Beef Stew Last In The Freezer?

You can freeze your beef stew and it will last for up to 3 months. The correct way to do it is to divide the stew into portions and servings then pout each serving into freezing bags. Make sure to leave about ½ inch in the freezing bag to let the stew expended while freezing. Again, don't forget to write down the storage date, trust me it is easy to forget.

How To Thaw Frozen Beef Stew?

The most recommended way to thaw frozen beef stew is to place it in the fridge for about 24 h to 36h. This seems a very long time, but trust me it's the best way. You need to let t defrost gradually. If you want to speed up the process, you can warm some water and place the frozen beef stew bags into the warm water, it will take about 2 to 3h until completely thawed.

How To Reheat Pioneer Woman Beef Stew

The best way to reheat leftover beef stew is on the oven at 350°F for about 25 min. You can also reheat it in the microwave or in the skillet, but make sure you don't reheat it in the air fryer. The secret to reheating beef stew or any other stew is the temperature, make sure to keep heating the stew until reaches a temperature between 165°F and 170°F. According to the USDA, you should always reheat and serve your food at 165°F.

For frozen beef stew, you need to defrost before reheating. Is not recommended to heat from frozen.

Reheat Beef Stew In Th Oven:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Pour your beef stew into an oven-safe bowl or into a baking bowl.
3. Cover the bowl with aluminum foil to avoid drying the stew.
4. Reheat for about 10 to 25min, or until reaches 165°F.
5. Stir one time to warm evenly.
6. Serve and enjoy.

Reheat Beef Stew In The Microwave:

To reheat beef stew in the microwave you should divide your amount into servings to make the process easier and faster. Pour leftover beef stew into a safe-microwave bow and reheat for 1 min to 2 min. Make sure to stop and stir every 30 sec to warm evenly.

Reheat Beef Stew In Skillet:

Reheating beef stew in the skillet or crockpot is not a bad idea but you need to make it correctly. Pour the leftover beef stew in the skillet or crockpot and reheat over medium-low heat for 10 min. Sometimes you will need to add some liquid if the stew dry. So, ad about ½ cup of beef broth or simply water and keef reheating until you get the desired thickness.

What To Serve With Pioneer Woman Beef Stew

French Baguette, toasts, and any kind of crispy bread or biscuits can work very well with beef stew. Pioneer Women has also made some really good sides for beef stew such as noodles, rice, and I think pasta with beef stew. Those sides can make a great dinner. You can also serve your beef stew with fresh salads, like tomato salad, or cucumber salad, or prepare some couscous and serve beef stew on the top.

The list can't stop, you can check this list for more ideas:

• Pioneer Woman Ambrosia Salad Recipe
• Pioneer Woman Spinach Strawberry Salad
• Julienne Salad
• Butternut Squash Salad
• Garlic Bread
• Frozen French Toast Sticks In Air Fryer
• Hardee’s Biscuits and Gravy Recipe

Pioneer Woman Beef Stew Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup (252g)

• Calories from Fat 73
• Calories 268
• Total Fat 8.1g
• Saturated Fat 3.7g 
• Trans Fat 0.4g
• Cholesterol 86mg
• Sodium 165mg
• Potassium 807mg
• Total Carbohydrates 21g
• Dietary Fiber 3.3g 
• Sugars 4.5g 
• Protein 29g

Pioneer Woman Beef Stew Recipe

Author: Emily Hill Cooking Method:Stir-frying Cuisine:American Courses:Dinner

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 15 minutesCook time:1 hour 30 minutesRest time: 5 minutesTotal time:1 hour 50 minutesServings:4 servingsCalories:268 kcal Best Season:Winter

Description

Pioneer Woman Beef Stew Recipe

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 
• 1 tablespoon butter 
• 2 pounds beef stew meat  
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 
• 1 medium onion, diced 
• 1 can or bottle of (No-alcohol)beer 
• 4 cups beef broth, more as needed 
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 
• 2 to 3 tablespoons tomato paste 
• 1 ½ teaspoons sugar 
• ½ teaspoon paprika 
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt 
• Freshly ground black pepper 
• 2 carrots, roughly sliced 
• 2 parsnips, roughly sliced 
• 1 small turnip, roughly sliced 
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, optional 
• Minced fresh parsley, for garnish 

Instructions

1. In a pan, melt the butter and oil and brown the beef.
2. Once the beef is browned remove it from the pan and set it aside.
3. Add the garlic and onions and cook until soft but not browned, about 3 minutes.
4. Stir in the beer (I use a non-alcohol beer), beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, sugar, paprika, salt, and pepper.
5. Next, bring the beef back to a simmer, cover it, and cook on low heat for one and a half to two hours, until very tender.
6. You can add more broth as needed if the liquid level drops too low. 
7. Add the carrots, parsnips, and turnips and continue simmering for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
8.  Pour out one cup of the cooking liquid and stir it into the flour if the stew is still too soupy. 
9. Stir the flour mixture into the pan again. 
10. Let the stew simmer for 10 minutes or until it has thickened. 
11. You should have very tender meat; if it is tough, continue cooking it. 
12. Stir in the parsley just before serving.
13. You can serve it with toast or with your favorite side dishes.

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