Homemade Beef Stew

By TMaloy

Ingredients

• 2 t. fresh thyme leaves, chopped finely
• 3 large onions chopped
• 3 ribs celery, chopped
• 8 oz. sliced portabella mushrooms
• 1 lb. red potatoes, cubed
• 1 lb. beef for stew
• 1/4 t. salt
• 1/8 t. pepper
• 3 T. butter
• 1/2 cup sherry or red wine
• 2 cups carrots, chopped
• 1/3 cup flour
• 32 oz. beef broth
• 1 t. worcestershire sauce

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat large stockpot on medium for 2-3 min. Season beef with salt and pepper. Place butter in pan then add beef; cook and stir 2-3 min. Stir in onions; cook 10-12 min. or until soft. Stir in sherry or wine; cook 4-5 min or until most of liquid evaporates. Add celery, mushrooms, potatoes, and carrots. Stir in flour; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer; cook 20 min. or until potatoes are tender.