Camp Dutch Oven Beef Stew
When it comes to camping, beef stew is a comforting recipe that makes the perfect end to a day out in nature. The hearty beef, the nutritious vegetables, and the warm broth make for a meal that is both filling and nurturing.
Servings 4 people
Equipment
- Camp Dutch Oven
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp. oil
- 2 lbs. beef stew meat cut into chunks
- 1 onion cut into chunks
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tbsp. tomato paste
- 2 tbsp all purpose flour
- 2 10 0z cans condensed beef broth
- Water as needed
- 6 small potatoes cut into chunks
- 3 carrots cut into chunks
Instructions
- Heat oil in Dutch oven. Then add beef and heat for 10 -15 minutes until it’s brown on all sides.
- Add onion and garlic. Heat about five minutes until they begin to soften. Add salt and pepper. Stir in tomato sauce so ingredients are coated.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture tossing to ensure ingredients are coated. Make sure flour is absorbed. Then add beef broth and water as needed until the liquid level is one inch above the meat.
- Cover and cook until beef is tender, about one hour.
- Stir in carrots and potatoes and cook until tender, approximately an additional 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
