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Pressure Cooker Beef Stew You’ll Love

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A comforting and flavorful beef stew made quickly in a pressure cooker, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef stew meat (cut into 1-inch cubes)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion (cut into chunks)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder (or cornstarch)
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 pound baby white potatoes (halved or quartered)
  • 4 medium carrots (peeled and sliced on a diagonal)
  • 3 celery ribs (chopped)
  • Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the beef with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Sauté the beef in batches in a pressure cooker until browned.
  3. Sauté the yellow onion until translucent, then add minced garlic.
  4. Add red wine vinegar and stir in tomato paste.
  5. Sprinkle arrowroot powder over the mixture and stir well.
  6. Return the browned beef along with red wine and beef broth.
  7. Mix in dried thyme and bay leaves.
  8. Add baby potatoes, carrots, and celery.
  9. Secure the lid and cook on high pressure for 35 minutes.
  10. Release pressure naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  11. Remove bay leaves, stir in fresh thyme if using, and serve.

Notes

For richer flavor, sear the beef longer. Feel free to substitute with other vegetables.

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