Beef and Biscuit Stew Recipe
513kcal
Ingredients
Stew Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef stew meat cut into 1-inch cubes
- All-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 beef bouillon cubes
- 2 cups boiling water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 to 8 potatoes peeled and quartered
- 3 onions quartered
- 4 carrots sliced
- 1 pkg green beans 9 ounces frozen cut green beans, thawed
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup milk
- Melted butter
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Wooden spoon or ladle
- Knife and cutting board
- Mixing bowl
- Baking dish (if making biscuits separately)
Method
For the Meat:
- Flour the meat cubes and set aside. In a large Dutch oven, brown the steak on all sides in oil.
- In the meantime, in a Dutch oven, dissolve bouillon in boiling water. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cover and simmer for 1-1/2 to 2 hours, checking frequently, until the meat is cooked. Cook for another 30–45 minutes, or until the potatoes, onions, carrots, and beans are soft.
- Cornstarch and water should be combined, then added to the stew to thicken it.
For the Biscuits:
- Flour, baking powder, salt, oil, and milk should be mixed together in a big basin to make biscuits.
- Add extra milk if necessary to produce a dough that is light and soft enough to stir.
- Sprinkle over stew by the tablespoon.
- Spread melted butter on top of the biscuits.
- Biscuits should be baked, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 20 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories513kcalCarbohydrates63gProtein34gFat14gSaturated Fat4gPolyunsaturated Fat4gMonounsaturated Fat4gTrans Fat0.04gCholesterol74mgSodium706mgPotassium1301mgFiber6gSugar6gVitamin A5150IUVitamin C36mgCalcium221mgIron5mg
Notes
Brown the beef for added flavor.
Use fresh and high-quality ingredients.
Adjust seasoning to taste.
Keep the stew at a gentle simmer.
Ensure biscuits are evenly spaced on top.
Avoid overmixing the biscuit dough.