Not My Mother's Beef Stew -

Not My Mother's Beef Stew

Hearty and flavorful homemade stew with chunks of beef and lots of vegetables.

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: allergy-friendly, beef stew, corn-free, dinner, gluten-free, homemade, nut-free, paleo, slow cooker, soy-free, yeast-free

Servings: Servings

Calories: 191kcal

1 lb round steak cut in about 1" cubes or to your preference.
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 onion chopped
3/4 cup celery chopped
2 or 3 potatoes cut to your preference. For Paleo diet substitute with appropriate vegetables
6 carrots sliced ~ for Paleo diet substitute with appropriate vegetables
10 fresh mushrooms sliced
3/4 tsp. rosemary
1 bay leaf crushed
1 tbsp. minced garlic
10 oz green beans
1 - 14.5 oz can petite diced tomatoes
3 cubes Herb Ox Beef Bouillon ~ this brand is gluten-free and has no MSG but it does have soy and whey
2-3 cups water
1 tbsp. tapioca flour or arrowroot for Paleo use regular flour if gluten-free isn't necessary
2 tbsp. cold water

Brown meat in hot oil for 3-5 minutes. Transfer to a slow cooker.
Add all ingredients except the tapioca flour and cold water. Stir.
Combine flour and cold water in a container and mix well. Add to stew. Cover and cook on low for 10-12 hours, or on high for 7-8 hours.

Each cup has 5 WW points plus