Hi Sweet Friends, Today, I am sharing How to Make the Best Beef Stew and Avoid 5 Common Mistakes! This is the ultimate Comfort Food. ➡️SUBSCRIBE: th-cam.com/users/marysnest ➡️Be sure to head over to my TH-cam channel’s Home Page where I share lots of organized playlists of videos that I think you will enjoy. Here is the link: TH-cam.com/MarysNest ➡️TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 1:04 Beef Stew Ingredients 8:03 How to Make Beef Stew ➡️FREE 36-PAGE ESSENTIAL TRADITIONAL FOODS PANTRY LIST: marysnest.com/free-traditional-foods-pantry-list/ ➡️JOIN THE TRADITIONAL FOODS KITCHEN ACADEMY (Optional Membership Community): th-cam.com/users/marysnestjoin ➡️SUBSCRIBE TO THE TRADITIONAL FOODS NEWSLETTER - IT'S FREE: marysnest.com/signup-traditional-foods-newsletter/ ▶️RECENT VIDEO UPLOADS: th-cam.com/users/MarysNestvideos?view=0&sort=dd&shelf_id=2 ➡️POPULAR VIDEO SERIES: ▶️MASTERING THE BASICS OF TRADITIONAL “NUTRIENT DENSE” FOODS COOKING SERIES: th-cam.com/play/PLkRuW3pBo2U3b4eu0QraZReKlGzA11h3y.html ▶️THE ULTIMATE PREPPER PANTRY SERIES: th-cam.com/play/PLkRuW3pBo2U0WCxRNWm60Yt0ihEQbfpUl.html ▶️HOW TO STOCK THE TRADITIONAL FOODS KITCHEN PANTRY: th-cam.com/play/PLkRuW3pBo2U1MqC3YAw7ZRYjuL9FBGSwc.html ▶️THE ULTIMATE “NOURISHING TRADITIONS” TRADITIONAL FOODS SERIES: th-cam.com/play/PLkRuW3pBo2U08QTxHX-n8ozvP_UfeWuL8.html ▶️RELATED VIDEOS: How to Make Bone Broth: th-cam.com/play/PLkRuW3pBo2U0JFsTi2N7sHSpU-vBR04CH.html • Gelatinous Beef Bone Broth: th-cam.com/video/qCWcFsG-Np0/w-d-xo.html • The Complete Sourdough Starter Guide: th-cam.com/play/PLkRuW3pBo2U3NKN0GHvGCpiWNxcTefLof.html • Homemade Apple Cider Vinegar: th-cam.com/play/PLkRuW3pBo2U1QPA95O2-oOvxwtO-v3L4L.html ➡️FOR THE PRINTABLE RECIPE: Don’t forget to open the description under the video and scroll down till you see “RECIPE”. There will be a link there that will take you directly to the RECIPE on my website (MarysNest DOT com) that accompanies this video. Depending on what type of device you are watching the video on…To open the description under video, click the words “SHOW MORE”, or the title of the video, or the small downward pointing triangle arrow to the right of the video title. All of these should open the description. ➡️And for more in-depth info...➡️JOIN THE TRADITIONAL FOODS KITCHEN ACADEMY (Optional Membership Community): th-cam.com/users/marysnestjoin This is where I share in-depth “Vodcasts” (like a podcast but you can watch and listen or just listen) all about Traditional “nutrient dense” foods, plus 1 monthly LIVE STREAM. This is for those who are interested in delving into all these Traditional “Nutrient Dense” Foods topics in greater detail. BUT DON”T WORRY…this is completely optional, and I will continue to produce all of my free public videos too. I’ve got lots of great public videos coming up here on my channel, so stay tuned. 😉 Thanks for watching! Love, Mary
I love how calm and present you are when cooking. Most of the time I come across videos and they’re racing across the kitchen, speed talking to the point that robs you of the educational experience. You are such a pleasure to watch! 🤗
@MarysNest Hi Mary, Im in Montgomery County, Texas Just listening while making my beef stew , I appreciate your calming voice , which we all need these days . I'm using better then beef , I need to make more bone broth. God bless you Mrs josette Texas 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Thank you for such a thorough video. I usually brown the onions, carrots and celery for additional flavor before adding them in. But I love your method as well! Sometimes I leave out the potatoes and then serve the stew over mashed potatoes - a family favorite!
Mary, Mary...... I've made stew ever since a teenager, I love stew, in fact we had it last week. I live in Washington state so it's been cold for a while. Anyway, I have never used port and never served it over egg noodles, that sounds delicious to me. I wanted to tell you that last night I made your recipe for pork chops with onions and apples and your german potato salad..oh my, so delicious, all your subscribers need to make that. I didn't do the cabbage we had other veggies I needed to use up. There is only 2 of us and I made 3 chops, but since they were pretty thick we only had 1 and a half, there is plenty for a repeat for tonight. Again, really good. Love to you, Charlotte .
Oh yeah! That is beef stew! I try differing things depending on my taste and what's a availible. A left over cup of strong coffee, turnips, love the halved mushrooms, green beans, just for examples. Great video. God bless all here.
This is an excellent cooking video! I love how thoroughly the process is explained, especially the “Why” things are done the way they are. The butter & flour ball is a new one for me...loved it!
You blew my mind with the butter-flour ball trick! I will definitely try that next time. To thicken a stew, I would always put some milk and flour in a jar, shake vigorously then pour it through a small sieve into the stew and stir it in. But your method looks so much easier with less mess. And thank you for the tip about not using steak to make a stew because it will get tough. I never new that! I was actually going to do that tonight because the steak I got from my grocery store’s curbside pickup wasn’t marbled at all and I didn’t think it would be very good served as steak. I think I’ll marinate it and use it in a stir fry instead. Another great video, Mary. Thank you!
The stew looks delicious Mary. Some days I make one. Everything goes in and not many dishes to wash. So pleased I'm back. Thank you for sharing Mary xxx
Wow, my goal is to learn something new every day. I'm in my 60s and am still learning. Yes, I've made plenty of beef stews, but I always used the top sirloin thinking more expensive meant better. No wonder my stew was always tough. Thank you for sharing the secret.
What kind of dutch oven do you have and how big is it? Love your channel. I have learned so much!!! Thank you so much. I am looking forward to trying some of these recipes. I am a recent widow, 74 years old so yes I am still learning!!! You can teach old dogs new tricks!!❤🙏❤👍Thanks so much!!!
I haven't made beef stew in years, but I feel inspired to do so now! BTW: we don't drink either, but I often cook with wine. I buy boxed wine that can remain on the counter or cabinet for months after having been broached. My favorite is Black Box's Merlot.
Oh my goodness! I'm drooling over here. I'm going to make this, this way, this weekend. I usually just put all the ingredients in at once after I brown the meat and onions. And I like to add some chopped celery and a pinch of ground cloves. But cooking just the meat alone first is brilliant
Miss Mary, that looks delicious. My family love my homemade beef stew and dumplings that i have been makingfor 45 years now and you are right the cheeper the cut of beef the better. Thank you for sharing and God bless you and yours.
Hi Monique, Cornbread sounds perfect!! I would love that. Unfortunately corn causes my sweet husband some problems with inflammation. But I would gobble up your stew in a heartbeat!! Love, Mary
I always have a tub of butter/flour balls in my refrig. I take a pound of butter and add the equal amount of flower (or more), knead, roll into a saran wrap log like with cookies. Put them in the refrig for a day and take them out, cut into chunks and store. I use it in everything from stew, chili and pasta sauce. Especially if I've made it in the Instapot where it tends to get a little more liquid-y. Plop in a chunk or two after the cook, bring to a boil and watch it thicken up.
Hi Mary! I love your recipes! My husband wanted to make beef stew and I suggested he watch your video. He is preparing right now, so we will let you know how it turns out! Your videos are always fun and informative, thanks so much for the tips!
I'm using your recipe for stew right now! Your pot of stew looks wonderful. I had to break out my bib as I can't stop drooling! I usually add turnips and cabbage. May God bless you and all you love Miss Mary.
I made this beef stew yesterday exactly how you described and it was so delicious! Cooking the meat as you said surprised me that it was so tender! Didn’t have to cook forever! I went to butcher for the tallow for which I’ve never used! Excellent recipe! Thank you!
LOVE the pearl onions! I like to slow cook this dish. Brown your beef and flour in oil, then add the vegetables and brown them a bit. Next add your liquids. Slow cook 4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low. It will be nice and thick from the flour and the chopped potatoes cooking along with it for hours.
wow, mary, this was exceptionally delicious! my favorite recipe by you so far and maybe even my favorite dish (apart from a good old steak probably)! the suggestion to add sourdough was brilliant and the meat was so tender, like it is in europe! have a beautiful weekend! ❤
This recipe sounds and looks great 😋 When I cook a Pot Roast and have a little leftover, the next day I make Beef Stew out of it. If necessary I add more vegetables with it and canned tomatoes, water and beef bouillon cubes. My Mom and Grandmother made Beef Stew this way. They even used Stew Beef, so do I sometimes. Today, I use Beef Stock instead of water and bouillon cubes.
I learned if you peal a russet potato and cut it in large chunks and through it in with meat at the beginning. You can pull them out and mash them up and use it to thicken the stew. I recommend it as an alternative to using flour, for people with siliacs disease.
Thank you for the wonderful tips for making beef stew. I cannot wait to try the butter/flour ball for thickening the sauce! I'm also wondering what kind of cooking element you are using for demonstration purposes.
Can’t wait to try your recipe. My stew was always dry even when I cooked them low and slow. I may have used the wrong type of beef. Thank you for sharing your meals with us. Btw, I absolutely love those blue dishes. Where did you buy them?
Oh my, Mary. I was just thinking of making beef stew yesterday but this one puts my recipe to shame. Yum!! I appreciate that you tell us alternatives, for eg for the port wine which I dislike in my stew. So thnx for that. Wish I could sit down with you and eat some of that. I’m so hungry right now. xx PS And ty for sharing the common mistakes. You’re both kind and brilliant. Much love💙💫🌀
Hello dear Mary, I absolutely love watching your videos. I'd like to thank you for your thorough, clear and extremely pleasant presentations. Question, can this stew be canned for long term storage? Sending you love and blessings.
Thank you SO much for the kind words!! Great question about canning. I'm not 100% sure so be sure to check with the National Center for Home Food Preservation: nchfp DOT uga DOT gov ...They should have the answer on home canning cooked stew. Love, Mary
Well, I followed your recipe, exactly (besides using the port wine you suggested to deglaze... My husband couldn't find it in our grocery store, but I quickly and without issue, forgave him and substituted white wine vinegar and water ❤️) and this beef stew is *amazing!* Thank you so much, Mary. He is so satisfied and he works very hard and deserves every bite here at home to transport him to the heavens of flavor, lol! All our love and prayers for you and yours, always 💙
("meat juice" = "gravy") For me, gotta have fresh thyme, rosemary, maybe some sage. I think a small amount enhances the flavor of the stew and heightens the taste of the vegetables...I also began adding a couple of small parsnips - makes a nice variable. Also, recently discovered mushroom broth - delicious to mix in, since I don't use wine. Nice looking pot of stew, I like the colors and I also use "short cuts" like peeled baby carrots and small potatoes. I think cutting them in half first allows them to absorb more flavor. Your recipe also lends itself to chicken soup, another cold weather favorite!
Oh wow! I made this recipe yesterday and it is the most delicious stew I ever had! Absolutely delicious!! My family loved it! We had leftovers for dinner tonight and it was even better the second time around. Thank you Mary, for taking the time to explain every little detail, that made it so easy for me to make this dish. I began cooking only 4 years ago, so there is a lot I still don't know, and your videos really help me 🙂👍❤ May the Lord bless you and your family in Jesus name 🙏🏼
Hi Mary, I made it again both times came out pretty good. I used water and apple cider vinegar do you think it will freeze well? Thank you for all your videos!
Hi Mary, I love your channel. I was wondering if you only use grass fed and finished beef or are you using grocery store beef for your bone broth? Thank you, Monica
Dear Mary...I made your Thick cut Pork chops with onions, apples & apple cider. It was the best pork dish I have ever eaten. Thank You for sharing. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Hi Esther, Thank you so much! And yes, you can definitely use olive oil to brown the meat. Olive oil works great when kept to under about 400F - and most browning like this is usually about 350F. Love, Mary
MARY ! WOW, this is the first time I ever got the fall apart tender meat ! Thank you ! However, looks like there's a lot of fat surfacing. I don't think I want the extra butter ball. I got grass fed chuck and I took at least .50 lbs. of fat off. I wanted some fat for flavor but ... I'm trying to figure out what to do with it before I get rid of it.
Hi Gordon, Yes, that is a large dutch oven that I'm using. I would say that it must be about 8 quarts - maybe. Yes, you could definitely use a stock pot or scale back the recipe. Love, Mary
Sweet Mary does have a mean streak though! I come to the end of her presentation drooling, starving and just a little frustrated I can't taste that finished product! However, by the weekend I will have enjoyed her recipe. Keep it up Mary!!
Hi sweet Mary! I've just got your beautiful beef stew simmering for the last 30 minutes now and we're so excited, my husband and I! Thank you so much 💙 I've never tried my hand at beef stew before and I knew just who should be my teacher, trying to make it myself here at home. Can't wait to let you know how it comes out! All our love and prayers for you and yours 💙
Well, I followed your recipe, exactly (besides using the port wine you suggested to deglaze... My husband couldn't find it in our grocery store, but I quickly and without issue, forgave him and substituted white wine vinegar and water ❤️) and this beef stew is *amazing!* Thank you so much, Mary. He is so satisfied and he works very hard and deserves every bite here at home to transport him to the heavens of flavor, lol! All our love and prayers for you and yours, always 💙
Hi LeeAnn, Great question. Yes, I think either would work or you could just leave them out. Glad you think this looks good! It's delicious!! Love, Mary
At the same time that I made your valentine chocolate cake today July 4, I also made your stew. It came out very good and it was a hit with my son’s family and my grandchildren. One son is gluten-free so I separated the meat and dipped it in coconut flour instead of the regular flour thatI used for the others. I wasn’t sure I really cared for the coconut flour so, in order to thicken it I used the arrowroot flour toward the end. The meat came out tender. I did it exactly the way you showed on your video. I printed the recipe off and will be repeating it on occasion. I could not get a printable recipe for the Valentine cake though. I appreciate your work and your sense of humour and your pleasant personality. Thank you so much. You are one of a kind. And I look forward to learning more from you
Hi Rebeca, Sounds like a plan. In the meantime, you might enjoy my Keto/Lo-Carb Playlist: th-cam.com/play/PLkRuW3pBo2U1vp8bJ8Qn2VDPoFI5vOebT.html Love, Mary
Oh, how I could've used this video a couple days ago! It never crossed my mind to use a ball of floured butter to thicken it! I learned about that on a channel that often posts videos on colonial-era cooking. I am surprised, though, that you used pre-peeled carrots. I don't know if they use any chemicals in the processing of those carrots, but I had a Flemish Giant rabbit who wouldn't touch them, and I know people who's horses wouldn't eat them either, so I've stayed away from them.
Wow - that is so interesting about the carrots. The ones I had were organic so I wonder if that makes a difference. But thanks for the heads up - I might not take that short cut anymore. Love, Mary
@@MarysNest I don't remember if they were organic or not, but I figured if a 15 pound bunny rabbit won't eat a carrot, there must be something wrong! If you know someone with a rabbit or horse, try feeding it an organic pre-peeled carrot to see if they'll eat it. It would be a fun experiment!
@@7binaz109 I learned the other day the prepeeled carrots are often sprayed or dipped with bleach. That gets rid of the bacteria, which is needed as we are removing the carrots' natural protective layer.
Just saw this video on beef stew. Can you omit the potatoes in the stew and serve the stew with mashed potatoes instead of egg noodels? Although, the eggs noodles sound yummy.
Mmm looks yummy! I am going to make this for sure! In fact it was on the menu for today 😁 I usely make it with dark brown beer. A good amount of snow you said ... what do you call it when it comes upp to your knees? That is what we have right now in the middle of Sweden 😂 and we still don't call it much Lol
Too funny!! Yes - here 2 inches is a snow storm!! LOL!! But I can relate to what you are saying since I grew up in New York State where lots of snow was common. Stay warm!! Love, Mary
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Hi Sweet Friends, Today, I am sharing How to Make the Best Beef Stew and Avoid 5 Common Mistakes! This is the ultimate Comfort Food. ➡️SUBSCRIBE: th-cam.com/users/marysnest
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Thanks for watching! Love, Mary
I love how calm and present you are when cooking. Most of the time I come across videos and they’re racing across the kitchen, speed talking to the point that robs you of the educational experience. You are such a pleasure to watch! 🤗
Thank you SO much for such kind words!! Glad you like my teaching style...and so glad you're here!! Love, Mary
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Hi Mary, Im in Montgomery County, Texas
Just listening while making my beef stew , I appreciate your calming voice , which we all need these days .
I'm using better then beef , I need to make more bone broth.
God bless you
Mrs josette
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Thank you for such a thorough video. I usually brown the onions, carrots and celery for additional flavor before adding them in. But I love your method as well! Sometimes I leave out the potatoes and then serve the stew over mashed potatoes - a family favorite!
Hi Arlene, All great ideas!! Thank you SO much for sharing!! Love, Mary
Mary, Mary......
I've made stew ever since a teenager, I love stew, in fact we had it last week. I live in Washington state so it's been cold for a while. Anyway, I have never used port and never served it over egg noodles, that sounds delicious to me. I wanted to tell you that last night I made your recipe for pork chops with onions and apples and your german potato salad..oh my, so delicious, all your subscribers need to make that. I didn't do the cabbage we had other veggies I needed to use up. There is only 2 of us and I made 3 chops, but since they were pretty thick we only had 1 and a half, there is plenty for a repeat for tonight. Again, really good. Love to you, Charlotte
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Hi Charlotte, I am so happy to hear this!! So glad you're here!! Love, Mary
Oh yeah! That is beef stew! I try differing things depending on my taste and what's a availible. A left over cup of strong coffee, turnips, love the halved mushrooms, green beans, just for examples. Great video.
God bless all here.
WOW!! Those are all wonderful ideas!! Thank you so much for sharing!! Love, Mary
Oh yes, I love adding green beans instead of peas too!
Coffee what a great idea!!
Thanks for explaining the wine added. I never added it. Will definitely add the suggested substitutes next time to help with gut digestion
I don’t cook much but it’s always a treat watching your videos. I shared your channel with my daughter who enjoys cooking.
Thank you so much!
This is an excellent cooking video! I love how thoroughly the process is explained, especially the “Why” things are done the way they are. The butter & flour ball is a new one for me...loved it!
Hi Jim, Glad you enjoyed it! Love, Mary
You blew my mind with the butter-flour ball trick! I will definitely try that next time. To thicken a stew, I would always put some milk and flour in a jar, shake vigorously then pour it through a small sieve into the stew and stir it in. But your method looks so much easier with less mess. And thank you for the tip about not using steak to make a stew because it will get tough. I never new that! I was actually going to do that tonight because the steak I got from my grocery store’s curbside pickup wasn’t marbled at all and I didn’t think it would be very good served as steak. I think I’ll marinate it and use it in a stir fry instead. Another great video, Mary. Thank you!
Hi Julene, I am so happy to hear that you found this video helpful. Love, Mary
Thank you for this one I noticed a couple of things that I don't do when I normally make stew.
You are so welcome!
The stew looks delicious Mary. Some days I make one. Everything goes in and not many dishes to wash.
So pleased I'm back. Thank you for sharing Mary xxx
The joy you express when plating the final product! You love what you do and it shows. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, wisdom, and love with us!
Yum have been making beef stew for years never knew about the acid like apple cider vinegar. Will be using this tip to deglaze. 💖💖
Wonderful!
Wow, my goal is to learn something new every day. I'm in my 60s and am still learning. Yes, I've made plenty of beef stews, but I always used the top sirloin thinking more expensive meant better. No wonder my stew was always tough. Thank you for sharing the secret.
Love these videos! I love the positive nurturing that comes through on the videos! It’s like having my mother in the kitchen!❤️
Oh Valerie! Thank you so much for those kind words!! You made my day!! I'm so glad you're here!! Love, Mary
What kind of dutch oven do you have and how big is it? Love your channel. I have learned so much!!! Thank you so much. I am looking forward to trying some of these recipes. I am a recent widow, 74 years old so yes I am still learning!!! You can teach old dogs new tricks!!❤🙏❤👍Thanks so much!!!
I haven't made beef stew in years, but I feel inspired to do so now!
BTW: we don't drink either, but I often cook with wine. I buy boxed wine that can remain on the counter or cabinet for months after having been broached. My favorite is Black Box's Merlot.
I made this recipe 2 days ago and it turned out really nice. My son enjoyed it as dis my wife. Thanks for teaching. God Bless.
Oh my goodness! I'm drooling over here. I'm going to make this, this way, this weekend. I usually just put all the ingredients in at once after I brown the meat and onions. And I like to add some chopped celery and a pinch of ground cloves. But cooking just the meat alone first is brilliant
Hope you enjoy!
Celery is mandatory! As is garlic!
This is what I’m talking about Mary!
Love Chef Sandra Evie Lee Michaels!
Hi Evie, Wonderful!! Love, Mary
Miss Mary, that looks delicious. My family love my homemade beef stew and dumplings that i have been makingfor 45 years now and you are right the cheeper the cut of beef the better. Thank you for sharing and God bless you and yours.
Hi Susan, Wow - I bet your dumplings are delicious!! God bless you too. Love, Mary
Hi from Atlantic Canada - so glad I found your video - making a stew today and this is so helpful
I love the flour butter ball trick! I’ll try it. Love this thoroughly educational video. Thank you!
So happy you like that trick. I can't take credit for it! LOL!! I think French chefs came up with it. Love, Mary
This recipe sounds devine. Have never had eggs noodles with my beef stew but sounds awesome....we in Dallas Texas serve with cornbread.
Hi Monique, Cornbread sounds perfect!! I would love that. Unfortunately corn causes my sweet husband some problems with inflammation. But I would gobble up your stew in a heartbeat!! Love, Mary
I always have a tub of butter/flour balls in my refrig. I take a pound of butter and add the equal amount of flower (or more), knead, roll into a saran wrap log like with cookies. Put them in the refrig for a day and take them out, cut into chunks and store. I use it in everything from stew, chili and pasta sauce. Especially if I've made it in the Instapot where it tends to get a little more liquid-y. Plop in a chunk or two after the cook, bring to a boil and watch it thicken up.
Oh Monique!! This is such a great idea!! Thank you so much for sharing. I will do this!! Love, Mary
Hi Mary! I love your recipes! My husband wanted to make beef stew and I suggested he watch your video. He is preparing right now, so we will let you know how it turns out! Your videos are always fun and informative, thanks so much for the tips!
Thank you so much for the tips and detailed steps, really helpful for novice like me
I'm using your recipe for stew right now! Your pot of stew looks wonderful. I had to break out my bib as I can't stop drooling! I usually add turnips and cabbage.
May God bless you and all you love Miss Mary.
I made this beef stew yesterday exactly how you described and it was so delicious! Cooking the meat as you said surprised me that it was so tender! Didn’t have to cook forever! I went to butcher for the tallow for which I’ve never used! Excellent recipe! Thank you!
LOVE the pearl onions!
I like to slow cook this dish. Brown your beef and flour in oil, then add the vegetables and brown them a bit. Next add your liquids. Slow cook 4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low. It will be nice and thick from the flour and the chopped potatoes cooking along with it for hours.
Hope you are warm and safe in Texas. Thank you for the comforting and wonderful videos!
My family just loved this stew. Thank you so much for a wonderful recipe 🙂
Just subscribed this was awesome. And I love her delivery style. She's my hero.
Thanks Mary, sounds yummy. Learned a few new things about making stew. Can I use fine semolima flour?
Hi Michelle, I am so happy to hear that you found this helpful. And yes, you can certainly use semolina flour. Love, Mary
YUM! Thank you for the beautiful looking stew video and the recipe and tips Mary!
You are so welcome!
Oh wow, lots of great tips! Trying beef stew tonight with new knowledge! Thank you, Mary!
Hope you enjoy!
wow, mary, this was exceptionally delicious! my favorite recipe by you so far and maybe even my favorite dish (apart from a good old steak probably)! the suggestion to add sourdough was brilliant and the meat was so tender, like it is in europe! have a beautiful weekend! ❤
This recipe sounds and looks great 😋
When I cook a Pot Roast and have a little leftover, the next day I make Beef Stew out of it. If necessary I add more vegetables with it and canned tomatoes, water and beef bouillon cubes. My Mom and Grandmother made Beef Stew this way. They even used Stew Beef, so do I sometimes. Today, I use Beef Stock instead of water and bouillon cubes.
Sounds great!
Some tomatoes
Yes I always add some
Just for a background flavor
Looks delicious Mary! I haven't made beef stew in a while. Adding to our next week's menu.
I just love watching you. So easy to follow and thank you for your spice blends👍🏻❤️
Thanks so much 😊
I’ll be saving this one for sure
Wonderful!!
Enjoy your channel! thankfully you that's one of many important tips 💓🤔👍in this video thank you so much Mary from my nest to your nest.
I learned if you peal a russet potato and cut it in large chunks and through it in with meat at the beginning. You can pull them out and mash them up and use it to thicken the stew. I recommend it as an alternative to using flour, for people with siliacs disease.
Thank you for the wonderful tips for making beef stew. I cannot wait to try the butter/flour ball for thickening the sauce! I'm also wondering what kind of cooking element you are using for demonstration purposes.
I can never remember which cut of meat to but. Thank you so much for sharing this Mary. God bless you.
Hi Annette, You are so welcome! Love and God bless, Mary
This looks delish…It’s a little chilly today here in East Texas… Think I’ll give this a go..☺️☺️
Can’t wait to try your recipe. My stew was always dry even when I cooked them low and slow. I may have used the wrong type of beef. Thank you for sharing your meals with us. Btw, I absolutely love those blue dishes. Where did you buy them?
Lovely presentation, very well spoken!
Ohhh my such a healthy stew... I'm salivating xxx from Malaysia
Oh my, Mary. I was just thinking of making beef stew yesterday but this one puts my recipe to shame. Yum!! I appreciate that you tell us alternatives, for eg for the port wine which I dislike in my stew. So thnx for that. Wish I could sit down with you and eat some of that. I’m so hungry right now. xx PS And ty for sharing the common mistakes. You’re both kind and brilliant. Much love💙💫🌀
Wow … excellent video with a beautiful presentation … looks delicious. I learned a couple of valuable tips … thank you
That fabulous stew looks delicious. That would go well with so many different meals.
God bless,
Rob
Hi Rob, Thank you SO much!! Hope you and the family are doing great!! God Bless, Mary
Hello dear Mary, I absolutely love watching your videos. I'd like to thank you for your thorough, clear and extremely pleasant presentations.
Question, can this stew be canned for long term storage?
Sending you love and blessings.
Thank you SO much for the kind words!! Great question about canning. I'm not 100% sure so be sure to check with the National Center for Home Food Preservation: nchfp DOT uga DOT gov ...They should have the answer on home canning cooked stew. Love, Mary
Well, I followed your recipe, exactly (besides using the port wine you suggested to deglaze... My husband couldn't find it in our grocery store, but I quickly and without issue, forgave him and substituted white wine vinegar and water ❤️) and this beef stew is *amazing!* Thank you so much, Mary. He is so satisfied and he works very hard and deserves every bite here at home to transport him to the heavens of flavor, lol! All our love and prayers for you and yours, always 💙
("meat juice" = "gravy") For me, gotta have fresh thyme, rosemary, maybe some sage. I think a small amount enhances the flavor of the stew and heightens the taste of the vegetables...I also began adding a couple of small parsnips - makes a nice variable. Also, recently discovered mushroom broth - delicious to mix in, since I don't use wine. Nice looking pot of stew, I like the colors and I also use "short cuts" like peeled baby carrots and small potatoes. I think cutting them in half first allows them to absorb more flavor. Your recipe also lends itself to chicken soup, another cold weather favorite!
Oh wow! I made this recipe yesterday and it is the most delicious stew I ever had! Absolutely delicious!!
My family loved it! We had leftovers for dinner tonight and it was even better the second time around.
Thank you Mary, for taking the time to explain every little detail, that made it so easy for me to make this dish. I began cooking only 4 years ago, so there is a lot I still don't know, and your videos really help me 🙂👍❤
May the Lord bless you and your family in Jesus name 🙏🏼
Hi Mary, I made it again both times came out pretty good. I used water and apple cider vinegar do you think it will freeze well? Thank you for all your videos!
Thanks your video really helped me for my first time and it tasted great. So thank you again
Hi Mary, I love your channel. I was wondering if you only use grass fed and finished beef or are you using grocery store beef for your bone broth? Thank you, Monica
Dear Mary...I made your Thick cut Pork chops with onions, apples & apple cider.
It was the best pork dish I have ever eaten.
Thank You for sharing.
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I WISH I could enjoy some right now - it looks wonderful and packed with nutrition! YUM.
Thank you Mary for such a practical and delicious receipe, will be trying this out. Can I just use olive oil when browning my meat? much love Esther🤗🤗
Hi Esther, Thank you so much! And yes, you can definitely use olive oil to brown the meat. Olive oil works great when kept to under about 400F - and most browning like this is usually about 350F. Love, Mary
As long as it's not extra virgin oil. this does not have a high smoke point so it will burn and smoke the house up Lol
MARY ! WOW, this is the first time I ever got the fall apart tender meat ! Thank you ! However, looks like there's a lot of fat surfacing. I don't think I want the extra butter ball. I got grass fed chuck and I took at least .50 lbs. of fat off. I wanted some fat for flavor but ... I'm trying to figure out what to do with it before I get rid of it.
This is a stick to your ribs, warm up your body, on a cold winters day meal. 👍 I have to try flouring and browning the meat first, thanks for the tip.
What size of pot do you use? Looks like too much for the one I have but I do have a very large stock pot I could use. Thanks Looks delish!
Hi Gordon, Yes, that is a large dutch oven that I'm using. I would say that it must be about 8 quarts - maybe. Yes, you could definitely use a stock pot or scale back the recipe. Love, Mary
Sweet Mary does have a mean streak though! I come to the end of her presentation drooling, starving and just a little frustrated I can't taste that finished product! However, by the weekend I will have enjoyed her recipe. Keep it up Mary!!
Hi Chuck, LOL!! Glad you'll make this over the weekend! Enjoy! Love, Mary
Hi sweet Mary!
I've just got your beautiful beef stew simmering for the last 30 minutes now and we're so excited, my husband and I! Thank you so much 💙 I've never tried my hand at beef stew before and I knew just who should be my teacher, trying to make it myself here at home. Can't wait to let you know how it comes out! All our love and prayers for you and yours 💙
Well, I followed your recipe, exactly (besides using the port wine you suggested to deglaze... My husband couldn't find it in our grocery store, but I quickly and without issue, forgave him and substituted white wine vinegar and water ❤️) and this beef stew is *amazing!* Thank you so much, Mary. He is so satisfied and he works very hard and deserves every bite here at home to transport him to the heavens of flavor, lol! All our love and prayers for you and yours, always 💙
It looks delicious. I usually add celery to my stew.
I can almost smell that cooking. I bet it tasted gorgeous.
It was!
This looks delicious and so comforting! What would be a good substitute for the mushrooms? Zucchini? Yellow squash?
Hi LeeAnn, Great question. Yes, I think either would work or you could just leave them out. Glad you think this looks good! It's delicious!! Love, Mary
@@MarysNest thank you! 😃
Mary, Mary, Mary! It’s been a while since I had beef stew. You just put it back on my menu.
At the same time that I made your valentine chocolate cake today July 4, I also made your stew. It came out very good and it was a hit with my son’s family and my grandchildren. One son is gluten-free so I separated the meat and dipped it in coconut flour instead of the regular flour thatI used for the others. I wasn’t sure I really cared for the coconut flour so, in order to thicken it I used the arrowroot flour toward the end. The meat came out tender. I did it exactly the way you showed on your video. I printed the recipe off and will be repeating it on occasion. I could not get a printable recipe for the Valentine cake though. I appreciate your work and your sense of humour and your pleasant personality. Thank you so much. You are one of a kind. And I look forward to learning more from you
Mary, I love your videos and recipes, I am type 2 diabetic so wonder if you can offer a low carb/keto alternative
Hi Rebeca, Sounds like a plan. In the meantime, you might enjoy my Keto/Lo-Carb Playlist: th-cam.com/play/PLkRuW3pBo2U1vp8bJ8Qn2VDPoFI5vOebT.html Love, Mary
Great video. How many is your recie for? I'm making beef stew for 15+ this weekend. Never made stew for this many before. Lol!
Hi Linda, for 15, you would probably wanna triple the recipe. Love, Mary ❤️🤗❤️
Mary, I made the stew you way (green beans instead of peas)
My husband said it was the best tasting beef stew I have ever made! Thanks for your tips!!
Yum 😋 . I love your tasting portion of your video. You always make me want to cook whatever your tasting !
This looks fabulous!!! Do you use slow cookers?
Great tips thank you so much!
Where did you get Wondra Flour? I love it, but I've only found small containers of it.
Have a blessed day, stay safe and healthy 🙏🥰👍👌🙏🦅🔔🗽🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸🙏
Hi Glenda, I found a box of it at my local grocery store but you are right - it's not always easy to find - can be a little hit or miss. Love, Mary
@@MarysNest Thanks
OMG this looks sooooooooooooooo good ! can t wait to try it miam miam
Merry thank you
Here in the South, stew is served with screaming hot cornbread. So glad that I found your channel
Ha ha! I make all 5 mistakes! Thank you. This looks delicious and I learned a lot! I'd like to try this.😆
Thanks so much Mary!
Looks great! I’ll take mine with bread and butter on the side.😃
Thanks Mary.. It looks good
You are so welcome!
Thank you Mary ❤
omg so delicious.... can I replace it with pork cause we don't eat beaf and we r on protien diet
Definitely!
Oh, how I could've used this video a couple days ago! It never crossed my mind to use a ball of floured butter to thicken it! I learned about that on a channel that often posts videos on colonial-era cooking. I am surprised, though, that you used pre-peeled carrots. I don't know if they use any chemicals in the processing of those carrots, but I had a Flemish Giant rabbit who wouldn't touch them, and I know people who's horses wouldn't eat them either, so I've stayed away from them.
Wow - that is so interesting about the carrots. The ones I had were organic so I wonder if that makes a difference. But thanks for the heads up - I might not take that short cut anymore. Love, Mary
@@MarysNest I don't remember if they were organic or not, but I figured if a 15 pound bunny rabbit won't eat a carrot, there must be something wrong! If you know someone with a rabbit or horse, try feeding it an organic pre-peeled carrot to see if they'll eat it. It would be a fun experiment!
@@7binaz109 I learned the other day the prepeeled carrots are often sprayed or dipped with bleach. That gets rid of the bacteria, which is needed as we are removing the carrots' natural protective layer.
My husband always wanted dumplings with my homemade beef stew.
im gonna make this for my family :)
Wonderful!!
Just saw this video on beef stew. Can you omit the potatoes in the stew and serve the stew with mashed potatoes instead of egg noodels? Although, the eggs noodles sound yummy.
Mary, I have beef sirloin tips cut into chunks. What can I use these for? I read that they get tough if over cooked.
Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!
What size Dutch oven are you using in this video? The link takes me to a 4qt…Looks a lot bigger than that. 🤗
How do I make a roast without it shrinking to golfball size? Lol. Love your videos!
Mmm looks yummy! I am going to make this for sure! In fact it was on the menu for today 😁 I usely make it with dark brown beer. A good amount of snow you said ... what do you call it when it comes upp to your knees? That is what we have right now in the middle of Sweden 😂 and we still don't call it much Lol
Too funny!! Yes - here 2 inches is a snow storm!! LOL!! But I can relate to what you are saying since I grew up in New York State where lots of snow was common. Stay warm!! Love, Mary
I love your channel, Thank You💙
can you pls share some recipe for protien diet .....i just dunno what to cook d since the pendemic pls....
Hi Hui, Protein Diet - such as Paleo and/or Lo-Carb? Love, Mary
@@MarysNest yes low carb....pls
Would I need to change anything to be able to can this? Would it taste as good?