Warm up your kitchen and satisfy your taste buds with a bowl of Old-Fashioned Beef Stew. This timeless recipe combines tender beef, savory onions and mushrooms, and a medley of vegetables simmered to perfection in a rich and flavorful broth. If you’re looking for a comforting and hearty meal, this beef stew is sure to hit the spot. Follow our simple instructions to create a delicious dish that will bring warmth to your table.

Ingredients:

• ½ lb boneless beef top sirloin
• 1 large onion
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp reduced-sodium tomato paste
• 1 cup reduced-sodium beef broth
• 2 cups sliced carrots
• ½ cup green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
• ½ tsp cornstarch
• ½ tsp cold water
• ½ cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions:

1. Prepare the Beef:

   • Dice the sirloin into small pieces.
   • Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat and cook the beef until it is cooked through and browned. Set aside.

2. Sauté the Onions and Mushrooms:

   • Slice the onion thinly.
   • In a separate large saucepan, sauté the onions and mushrooms in water for about 6 minutes or until they are tender and lightly golden.

3. Combine the Beef, Onions, and Mushrooms:

   • Add the cooked beef to the onion and mushroom mixture.
   • Stir in the tomato paste and then pour in the beef broth.

4. Simmer the Stew:

   • Add enough water to just cover the ingredients in the saucepan.
   • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
   • Cover the saucepan partially and let the stew simmer for 15 minutes.

5. Add Carrots and Green Beans:

   • Stir in the sliced carrots and green beans.
   • Cover the saucepan partially again and continue simmering for an additional 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

6. Thicken the Stew:

   • In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry.
   • Add the slurry to the stew and stir well.
   • Increase the heat of the stew and let it boil uncovered for 1 minute, or until the broth thickens slightly.

7. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Remove the stew from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
   • Ladle the hot stew into bowls and serve it alongside some crusty bread or fluffy mashed potatoes.