Oven Stew

Prep: 20 min Cook: 120 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: American

Oven Stew is a hearty, comforting dish featuring tender beef simmered with vegetables and rich tomato sauce. The flavorful seasoning and slow baking process create a perfect family meal suitable for cold evenings or special gatherings. Its robust taste and tender texture make it a timeless favorite.

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Ingredients

  • 2 lb. cubed stew beef
  • 1/4 c. flour
  • 1 to 2 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. pepper
  • 1/8 tsp. paprika
  • 2 Tbsp. salad oil
  • 2 medium onions
  • 1 1/2 c. carrots
  • 1 c. celery
  • 1 c. water
  • 2 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce
  • 2 (8 oz.) cans mushrooms

Instructions

  1. In a plastic bag, combine flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Add a few pieces of meat at a time and shake the bag, coating the meat well on all sides.
  3. In a large ovenproof pot or Dutch oven, heat the salad oil over medium heat.
  4. Add the floured beef pieces and brown them on all sides.
  5. Add the sliced onions, carrots, and celery to the pot and cook until vegetables are slightly tender.
  6. Pour in water and tomato sauce, stirring to combine.
  7. Add drained and rinsed mushrooms on top.
  8. Cover the pot and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 2 hours or until the beef is tender.
  9. Serve hot with your preferred side dishes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

624 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 13.7g 27% DV
Total Fat 38.1g 49% DV
Carbs 66.3g 24% DV
Fiber 17.7g 63% DV
Sugar 16.1g 32% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10131.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 1559.3mg 33% DV
Cholesterol 16.5mg 6% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1496.8mcg 100% DV
Vitamin C 28.8mg 32% DV
Vitamin D 6.6mcg 33% DV
Calcium 151.5mg 12% DV
Iron 8.7mg 48% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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