French Country Beef Stew
Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff 6 Servings • 20 Min. Prep Time • 1 Hr. 50 Min. Cook TimeIngredients |
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2-1/2 lb. beef for stew, cut into 1-in. pieces |
2 c. water |
1 pkg. (.9 to 1.68 oz.) dry vegetable soup mix |
1 lb. asparagus, cut into 2-in. pieces |
8 oz. mushrooms, cut in half |
2 Tbsp. cornstarch dissolved in 1/4 c. water |
salt and pepper |
Directions:
1. Combine beef, water and soup mix in stockpot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover tightly and simmer 1-3/4 to 2-1/4 hrs. or until beef is fork-tender.
2. Add asparagus and mushrooms to stockpot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and cook, uncovered, 4-5 min. or until asparagus is crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in cornstarch mixture; bring to a boil. Cook 1 min. stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper, as desired.
* Recipe Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff