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Instant Pot Beef Stew REcipe

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This Instant Pot Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food made in a fraction of the time! Tender beef chunks, potatoes, carrots, and celery are cooked in a rich, savory broth. Using the Instant Pot’s pressure cooking function ensures perfectly cooked, melt-in-your-mouth beef in just about 40 minutes. This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights when you want a hearty and wholesome meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve with crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • Beef chuck (cubed)
  • Potatoes (cubed)
  • Carrots (sliced)
  • Celery (sliced)
  • Onion (diced)
  • Garlic (minced)
  • Beef broth
  • Tomato paste
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • Olive oil
  • Flour (for dredging)
  • Thyme (fresh or dried)
  • Bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Sear Beef: Set the Instant Pot to "Sauté" mode and heat olive oil. Dredge beef chunks in flour, then sear until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  • Sauté Veggies: Add onions, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté until softened.
  • Deglaze Pot: Stir in tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up browned bits from the bottom. Add beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves.
  • Pressure Cook: Return beef to the pot and add potatoes. Secure the lid, set the Instant Pot to "Pressure Cook" on high for 35 minutes.
  • Release Pressure: Once done, allow a 10-minute natural pressure release, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  • Serve: Remove bay leaves, stir, and serve hot with crusty bread.

Notes

  • For added flavor, use red wine to deglaze the pot before adding the broth.
  • You can thicken the stew further by stirring in a slurry of cornstarch and water after pressure cooking.

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