When down home cooking sounds good to you, there is no doubt that you are going to be on the lookout for country recipes. Most people find that the hearty country food delivers a warm and comforting approach to traditional recipes.
One of those country recipes most people still will turn to when they are looking for a delicious option is country stew. This will of course come in beef, chicken or even a vegetable style. Depending on what you are in the mood for, there will be a delicious dish that you will be able to make in your home.
To get the best flavor from your stew, allow it to slowly cook all day and then serve it warm in the evening. This will allow the flavors to meld together and provide you with a delicious dish that is going to really impress everyone sharing some of this delicious country food.
Stew Recipe Ingredients: Top Notch Country Beef Stew Recipe
* 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
* 2 1/2 pounds chuck roast in 1 inch cubes Stew Recipe
* 3 teaspoons salt
* 1 bay leaf
* 1/4 teaspoon thyme
* 4 cups water
* 8 medium carrots
* 2 large white onions in 1 inch cubes
* 1/4 cup cornstarch
How to Make Stew Recipe:
Begin this process by taking a large frying pan and place your oil in it. Then brown your beef until there is no red that remains. When that is done, add in your thyme, salt, bay leaf and 3 1/2 cups of water. You will turn your heat down to a simmer and allow it to simmer for a couple of hours.
During this time, you are going to want to add in water as needed. You can of course allow it to simmer longer as this will help to make the meat a bit more tender. When you reach the point that you are going to serve it, add in your carrots and onions and allow them to cook for at least 40 minutes. In the final 5 minutes, you will want to return your mixture to a boil and add in a little more water and add in your corn starch, stirring this mixture until there are no more clumps left. Then put it into some bowls and serve to your guests. You are going to find that this will be one of the most popular country recipes that you can make. Keep in mind that the beef can be replaced with chicken if you would prefer to use a leaner cut of meat in your meal. The taste when this dish will remain remarkable though and one your entire family is going to love.
