Instructions
Old Fashioned Beef Stew
- Brown meat in hot oil.
- Add broth, wine, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, bay leaves, onion, salt, sugar, pepper, paprika, and allspice.
- Cover and simmer 1½ hours.
- Remove bay leaves and garlic clove.
- Add carrots, potatoes and celery. Cover and cook 30 to 40 minutes longer.
- Add peas just long enough to cook and not let them get mushy.
To thicken gravy (if needs thickening), using a separate bowl combine ¼ cup water and cornstarch until smooth.
- Add mixture to pot to create a nice gravy. Stir and cook until bubbly.
