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Instapot Beef Stew 1

Super easy and delicious beef stew recipe that doesn't take much time to put together and cook.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Stew
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 384kcal

Equipment

  • Instapot

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ Pounds Beef Stew Meat
  • 1 Tablespoon Vegetable Oil
  • 1 Teaspoon Salt
  • 1 Teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 Teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • 3 Cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 Large Onion Chopped
  • 1 16 Ounce Bag Baby Carrots Cut Into Slices
  • 1 Pound Potatoes Peeled and cubed
  • 2 ½ Cups Beef Broth
  • 1 Can Tomato Sauce, 10oz
  • 2 Tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 2 Tablespoons Water

Instructions

  • Add the oil to the instant pot and turn on the saute function.
  • While the pot is heating, season the beef with the salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  • When the pan is hot, add it to the instapot and cook until it is browned on all sides.
  • Add the beef broth to the instant pot and use a spoon to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • Add the Worcestershire sauce, garlic, onion, carrots, potatoes, and tomato sauce.
  • Close the lid and steam valve on the instant pot.
  • Cook on high pressure for 35 minutes, then allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes before doing a quick release.
  • Mix together the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl and stir into the stew until thickened.