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Instant Pot Beef Stew

A rich and hearty Instant Pot Beef Stew that is creamy without cream and perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs Beef Chuck Roast Trimmed and cut into 1-2 inch chunks.
  • 1 tbsp Sea Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Plus 1 tsp for adding with other ingredients.
  • ¼ cup Flour Use gluten-free if necessary.
  • 2 tbsp Cooking Oil For browning the beef.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • ½ cup Balsamic Vinegar or Red Wine Brings richness.
  • 2 medium Potatoes Peeled and diced.
  • 1 medium Sweet Potato Peeled and diced.
  • 2 medium Carrots Sliced.
  • 2 stalks Celery Sliced.
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf
  • 4 cups Beef Broth For a flavorful base.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley For garnish.
  • 1 star Star Anise (optional) Adds a punch of flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Trim and cut the beef chuck roast into 1-2 inch chunks.
  2. Toss the beef with salt, pepper, onion powder, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning.
  3. Chop all vegetables: onion, garlic, potatoes, sweet potato, carrots, and celery.
Cooking
  1. Turn the Instant Pot on to sauté mode. Heat oil and brown beef chunks in batches for 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the chopped onions and garlic, cooking until translucent, about 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in the tomato paste and vinegar and cook for another minute, scraping the bottom of the pot.
  4. Combine beef broth, chopped veggies, bay leaf, Worcestershire sauce, and remaining Italian seasoning.
Serving
  1. Seal the pot and cook on high pressure for 35 minutes. Allow for natural pressure release.
  2. If desired, create a slurry with cornstarch and add for extra creaminess.
  3. Remove the bay leaf, garnish with parsley, and serve the hearty stew!

Notes

Perfect for meal prep; flavors deepen over time. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for 2-3 months. Reheat in microwave or stovetop.