Instant Pot Beef Stew is unbelievably delicious. Beef chunks with vegetables is a perfect combo for a healthy meal.

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 pounds stewing beef trimmed and cubed
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½-1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ pepper
  • One large onion diced
  • Three tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • One teaspoon fresh rosemary chopped
  • Two sprigs thyme
  • Three large carrots chopped
  • 3-4 potatoes cubed
  • Two stalks celery chopped, about 1 cup
  • Three tablespoons cornstarch
  • Three tablespoons water

DIRECTIONS

  • Toss beef with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Set the Instant Pot to SAUTE, add cooking oil and brown the meat on all sides. ( do not crowd the pot, work in 2 or 3 batches)
  • Add broth, tomato paste, rosemary, wine, and vegetables (ensure ingredients do not go above fill line). Secure lid and select Meat/Stew; cook on high pressure 35 minutes.
  • Once the timer beeps, allow for a natural-release for about 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Remove lid and turn to sauté bringing broth to a boil.

  • Make a mixture by combining cornstarch and water in a small bowl or cup.
  • Once the broth is simmering, stir in the cornstarch to reach desired consistency (you may not need all of it). Allow simmering 2-3 minutes or until thickened and bubbly.
  • Once its thickened Pour the stew in a bowl to serve.