Beef and Mushroom Stew

This easy beef and mushroom stew turns an ordinary stew into something extraordinary. It's a hearty, comforting dinner easily made in one pot. It's filled with mushrooms, tender beef, and bacon all nestled in a savory broth flavored with wine and cognac.

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Stew Beef/Bacon Red Wine/Cognac Mushrooms Onions/Carrots Garlic/Thyme Salt & Pepper

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Steps 1 & 2 Place bacon in Dutch Oven and cook til crisp.

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Steps 3 & 4 Add stew beef to Dutch Oven and brown well.

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Steps 5 & 6 Place onions, carrots & garlic in Dutch Oven. Saute until onions are soft.

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Step 7 Add bacon and cooked beef back to Dutch Oven with vegetables.

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Step 8 Add cognac, red wine, beef broth, tomato paste, & thyme to pot. Cover and bake 1-1/4 hours at 250°F.

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Step 9 Remove beef stew from oven and add cornstarch and water to thicken.

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Step 10 Add in sauteed mushrooms and pearl onions. Let simmer for 15 minutes.

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Serve hot over toasted sourdough, noodles, or mashed potatoes.

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