Farmhouse Beef Stew
Published: Friday, January 24, 2020
1 lb. beef stew meat
4 slices bacon, cut into 1" pieces
1 medium onion
1 pkg. fresh mushrooms
1 jar brown gravy
1 can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tsp. thyme leaves
½ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. pepper
2 carrots
3 potatoes
Heat enough oil to coat the bottom of your skillet. Cook beef and bacon over medium-high heat until beef is browned. Drain.
Mince the onion and slice the mushrooms. Add to the pan. Cook until onions are translucent and mushrooms have cooked down.
Combine gravy, tomatoes, thyme, salt and pepper. Add to the beef mixture and stir gently. Cover and simmer for 1-1½ hours or until meat is nearly tender.
Peel vegetables. Slice carrots and dice potatoes. Add to the pan and simmer 30 minutes more. If desired, thicken with cornstarch and water.
To make in a slow cooker: Combine ingredients in slow cooker. Stir gently to mix. Cover and cook on Low setting for 8-10 hours until beef and vegetables are tender.
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