Perfect Winter Beef Stew

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"Tasty" barely begins to describe this stew. With savory beef, rich bacon, veggies and hearty potatoes, "perfect" is a much closer word.

time

prep:

15 min

total:

2 hr 15 min

servings

total:

8 servings, 1-1/4 cups each

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What You Need

3/4

cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing

lb. beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch chunks

slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, chopped

1/2

lb. sliced fresh mushrooms

large onion, chopped

carrots (about 1 lb.), sliced

1-1/2

lb. red potatoes (about 5), peeled, cut into large chunks

can (14-1/2 oz.) stewed tomatoes, undrained

can (14-1/2 oz.) beef broth

It's for dipping and dunking and mixing-upping. And yes, for salad too.

Make It

step 1

POUR dressing over stew meat in resealable plastic bag. Seal bag; turn to evenly coat meat with dressing. Refrigerate 30 min. to marinate.

step 2

COOK bacon in large saucepan on medium heat 5 min. or until crisp, stirring occasionally. Use slotted spoon to remove bacon from pan, reserving drippings in pan; drain bacon on paper towels.

step 3

ADD mushrooms and onions to reserved drippings; cook on medium-high heat 10 min. or until tender, stirring occasionally. Remove stew meat from marinade; add to saucepan with carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, broth and bacon. Discard bag and marinade.

step 4

BRING stew to boil, stirring occasionally; cover. Simmer on low heat 1-1/2 hours or until beef is done and stew is thickened, stirring occasionally and uncovering for the last 15 min.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Variation

Pour dressing over beef in shallow glass dish; stir to evenly coat meat with dressing. Refrigerate 30 min. to marinate. Drain, then continue as directed.

Substitute

Prepare using KRAFT Lite Italian Dressing.

How to Prepare Stew in Slow Cooker

Marinate beef, and cook bacon, onions and mushrooms as directed. Remove beef from marinade; discard marinade. Add beef, bacon, onions, mushrooms and remaining ingredients to slow cooker; cover with lid. Cook on LOW 10 to 12 hours (or on HIGH 5 to 6 hours ). Stir in 2 Tbsp. flour mixed with 2 Tbsp. water. Cook, covered, 15 min. or until sauce is thickened.

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dkhansen25

posted:10/14/2008

"Yummy in my tummy" is what my grandson says when I fix this for dinner. I can count on not having any leftovers when I cook this.

naysway

posted:10/14/2008

This recipe is wonderful. My family asks me to make it several times a year since I started last year. This one went straight into my classic comfort foods recipe index!

bowlofcherries18

posted:10/14/2008

I make this stew for my friends when they have a new baby. It's easy, hearty, healthy, and delicious!! Every new mom needs something she can pull out of the fridge and heat up, and this is perfect!

lisamcdermed

posted:10/7/2008

This was a very good meal, my family loved it. I made it in the crockpot, it was very easy.

Dana158

posted:10/3/2008

Nice flavor. Gives a nice twist to traditional beef stew. My family loves it. jUst in time for the changing weather.

lisasteinke

posted:9/24/2008

This has become a family favorite! It is always a hit !

ekjoslin

posted:9/3/2008

Loved this recipe! Fairly easy and the leftovers were delicious as well! We have made it many times and it is a very satisfying winter meal!