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Parker's Beef Stew
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Parker's Beef Stew
06/24/2008 at 06:46pm
User: Carol from Milltown, NJ User Rating:
the meat just fell apart it was so tender. My husband loved it. Thanks
Winning recipe!
06/06/2008 at 05:16pm
User: Jamie from Alhambra, CA User Rating:
This dish was so easy to prepare and it came out great! I've never had a tastier stew before. My husband even classified the dish as "french"! The ingredients are very simple. It's all a matter of the quality and freshness of the meat, veggies, and most importantly the wine you choose to use. Thanks Ina!
Great for a snowy day
06/05/2008 at 04:35pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I really loved this stew, but there were some drawbacks. I used a whole bottle of wine, and marinaded for a whole day, next time I would do just a few hours. The wine flavor was not overwhelming, but just more prevalent than I would like. I give this recipe 4 stars only for prep reasons. It took FOREVER! There is a lot of chopping, and switching pots and pans, and I used MUCH more oil than I had anticipated. Overall great tasting stew, and this makes a huge batch!
Not worth the work
06/03/2008 at 03:58pm
User: Tracy from Stanwood, WA User Rating:
I loved the beef after being marinated in the wine overnight but the broth was rather tasteless for all the work that went into it. I used the fresh rosemary and everything but the worcestershire sauce. I had high hopes for this but it was just okay. I have made homemade stew without a recipe that was better.
not as tasty as expected
05/29/2008 at 05:51pm
User: NANCY from GRAND RAPIDS, MI User Rating:
I have a beef stew recipe that EVERYONE raves about and I think I will stick to my own recipe. I was diappointed in that the wine taste was so overpowering that none of the other flavors had a chance. I think I will stick to my tried and true recipe. Thank you.
Great technique!
05/13/2008 at 11:48am
User: carel from nashua, NH User Rating:
I love this recipe - it's simply wonderful. However, what I really love is the technique -- brown meat, move to another pot,cook veggies, move to another pot and THEN create your sauce in the empty pan. Why didn't anyone think of this before! I've already used the technique for braised lamb shanks. The amount of excess oil is minimal, you get all the brown bits. Thanks Ina!
A Few Changes
05/05/2008 at 07:40pm
User: MELISSA from Highlands Ranch, CO User Rating:
This recipe took me an hour from start to oven time. After reading the other reviews, I only used 1/2 bottle Fox Hollow Cabernet Savuvignon. I mixed the flour mixture in a gallon zip bag. After I took my meat out of the frig, I drained it and then put it all into the zip bag. I shook it up well to completely coat the meat and then put it into a big dry strainer. I shook it over the sink to get the excess flour off of it and it worked great. Also, I used just over 3 pounds of meat - because that's what was in the package. I also used 2 pounds of fingerling potatoes. I like potatoes. I also used a pound of mushrooms. I bought a bag of pre-cut thick steak mushrooms from the grocery store. They're ready to go in the bag so all I had to do was dump them in. Since I used a non-stick pan, I didn't have the drippings to sear. I did bring the wine & broth to a boil before dumping over the stew mixture. I used 1 & 1/2 cups of the wine and then the rest beef stock. I just couldn't see using chicken with beef? Oh, I used a 3oz bag of sun dried tomatoes. I cut them into pieces so it was probably more like a cup. Everything turned out really well. My family really liked it and I will definitely make it again. One last thing, on the rosemary, some of mine came off into the stew but it was so tender with the rest of it that you didn't notice it when you ate it.
Too MUCH Salt
05/04/2008 at 06:52pm
User: LORI from Riverside, RI User Rating:
Althought I could see where this would be very good if it only had a lot less salt and pepper. DAILY intake of salt is 1 teaspoon. This was so salty I could not finish eating it. check your recipe. This much salt and pepper has got to be a mistake.
Delayed gratification
04/08/2008 at 11:31am
User: Barbara from Washougal, WA User Rating:
We first ate this the evening I made it. We thought it was pretty good, might search for a better recipe. However, the second time around, it was great. So, fix it and refrigerate it and let the flavors develop for one or two days. Trust me, it just gets better.
knock out meal
03/26/2008 at 08:53pm
User: K C from Raleigh, NC User Rating:
I've fixed it twice. Rave reviews both times. I used a lot more oil for brown the meat than the recipie calls for. Not a problem.
Delicious
03/07/2008 at 05:07pm
User: Anna from Atlanta, GA User Rating:
The rosemary & wine really added delicious & unique flavors for a beef stew! I am not a huge beef stew fan, but I will definitely make this again. I halved the recipe and only marinaded the beef for a few hours, rather than over night.
Yuuuuuummmmmmyyyyy!!!
03/05/2008 at 06:57am
User: MISHA from ANNANDALE, VA User Rating:
I saw Ida make this and it looked absolutey scrumptious! After reading everyone's reviews, I decided to try the recipe with a few adaptations. Of course, I put extra garlic in it (both in the marinade and later.) I substituted the chicken stock for beef (I used one can of Swanson's). The most important change is I only used 1/2 bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon...and I didn't buy the expensive stuff: the $5 Barefoot brand!! I didn't put the Worcestershire sauce in; I don't care for it too much. The next time I make it, I'm going to use MORE mushrooms (one container of fresh sliced wasn't enough!) and more carrots (I used 1 lbs of the baby cut). It was a tad greasy in the end, but the flavor was STUPENDOUS!! Everyone loved it, including my Chef-in-training brother!!
Yuck
02/18/2008 at 07:53pm
User: Joan from Annapolis, MD User Rating:
This is easily one of the worst recipes I've ever tried. The flavor was too strong and it just tasted odd. We fished out all the meat, fed it to the dogs, and threw the rest out. What a waste of time and money.
Wonderful Stew
02/18/2008 at 08:33am
User: CHERYL from Shelby Twp, MI User Rating:
Best stew I have ever eaten. I agree with most reviewers that an entire bottle of wine would be overwhelming. I used about 2 cups and made-up the difference with additional broth. I too used beef broth. I added celery because my family likes the flavor and added thyme to the marinade and the dish while cooking along with the rosemary. I used crushed, dried herbs put them in a tea ball while cooking so they could be easily removed. I don't like hard pieces of herbs in the finished dish. The end result was a very multi-level flavor. Could taste all of the ingredients. Delicious. .
Delicious! Works in crockpot, too.
02/15/2008 at 04:30pm
User: Aileen from Sunnyvale, CA User Rating:
This was my first time making beef stew and it turned out perfectly. Thank you for this delicious recipe, Ina! I used 1/2 bottle of wine in the marinade, as another reviewer suggested. We don't have a dutch oven, so I cooked it for 6 hours in the crockpot, some of the time on high, but mainly on the low setting.
Disappointing
02/12/2008 at 12:45pm
User: David from New York, NY User Rating:
I looked forward to this, but you have to remember that most beef chuck sold today has all the fat removed from it, so it is necessary to keep adding olive oil to the pot to brown the beef. Like some other reviewers, I think the marination time is too long, as you taste only the wine and not the beef. It was tough, but chuck is a tough but of beef. As with many of Ina's recipes, this was was also salty, so I think it is important to remember starting out that you'll likely have to reduce the salt. I think it is not worth the trouble. Would not make again.
Taste 10+,but directions?
02/07/2008 at 06:30pm
User: brook from Middletown, RI User Rating:
Wow, just made this Stew. Killer flavor! The only reason to hold back on the Fifth star was how confusing the directions were....alot of pot switching and rereading had to happen. Also, substituted diced turnips and butternut squash for carrots and potatoes...added a little hot sauce...and OH MY GOODNESS! Well worth the sink-load of pots.
Perfect winter dinner
02/05/2008 at 10:11am
User: Cindy from Wyomissing, PA User Rating:
Made this last night and it received my family's highest rating - "I would serve this to guests!" It really is that good. Another Ina winner!
Unbelievable
02/03/2008 at 04:07pm
User: Lori from Sacramento, CA User Rating:
This stew was fabulous. I don't often rate recipes, but I had to write to say that the beef just melted in our mouths. My husband said it was the best he has ever had and he's from the mid-west!! Good job Ina. The only change I made was to add twice as much garlic and I cut the vegetables into bite sized pieces, along with the beef. This will be a regular winter dish for us.
Fantastic
02/02/2008 at 07:21pm
User: Michelle from Glen Allen, VA User Rating:
I made this stew tonight using a pinot noir. I also used beef stock. It was rich and wonderful. I highly recommend.
Superb
02/01/2008 at 03:39pm
User: Lisa from Merrimack, NH User Rating:
This beef stew is superb.
Great!!!!!!!!
02/01/2008 at 12:44pm
User: Demetra from Bradenton, FL User Rating:
Over the yrs. I have made a similar stew,but, with beer. It was a nnice change to add the wine. Truly enjoyed it.
strong flavor
02/01/2008 at 12:33am
User: jonalyn from milillani, HI User Rating:
is delicious,but too strong flavor
AS EXPECTED...SUPER
01/31/2008 at 02:59pm
User: RON from Richmond, VA User Rating:
I expected this to be a great dish and it lived up to expectations! I read some reviews and decided to cut the wine with some beef broth. I think the full bottle of wine would have seasoned the meat even better. (Why did I doubt Ina?) I did find the dish to have a little "heat" to it and can't figure out what that was. The only change I made other than half the wine was to use a small can of tomato paste in the sauce since I like the hint of tomato in beef stew. Will make this again and again! The only change I will make next time is to cut way back on the rosemary, since it is not a favorite of mine. A+ !
Very good
01/30/2008 at 06:37pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I followed the exact recipe. It was perfect. My hubby is a huge 'beef stew' guy and he LOVED it! It's a keeper!
EXPLANATION OF RECIPE
01/30/2008 at 01:39pm
User: MONICA from THE WOODLANDS, TX User Rating:
WONDERFUL AND EASY EXPLANATION OF THIS WONDERFUL RECIPE.
yummm!!!
01/28/2008 at 07:18pm
User: bonnie from metairie, LA User Rating:
I too cut down on the wine and used dried thyme instead...that's all I had. I think cooking down the carrots and potatoes made a big difference and I added bell pepper...southern girl. Looking forward to trying more of Ina's recipes!
Parker's Beef Stew
01/28/2008 at 04:13pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This stew was easy to make, it was thick and tasted great-my husband and I really enjoyed it!
The Worst Stew Recipe Ever
01/26/2008 at 04:39pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I love Ina and own all of her cookbooks. This recipe was literally disgusting!! It is a lot of work for not much flavor. The finished product looks unappetizing and tastes even worse. Never again!
Fantastic stew!!!
01/25/2008 at 04:31am
User: Anh from Secaucus, NJ User Rating:
After trying out this recipe for the first time and feasting on it, I felt compelled to post my rating and comment here. After all, the reviews from other people here helped me tremendously. I used almost 3 pounds of very lean London broil beef (to cut down on fat and cholesterol). Used about 80% of a bottle of Bella Sera 2005 Pinot Noir to marinate the beef (that was all the wine I need to fully cover the beef). I marinated the beef overnight (according to the recipe) for about 16 hours. To cook, I used 2 cups of the marinate (instead of 2 1/2 cups) and added 4 cups of Swanson's low-sodium beef broth (instead of 2 cups of chicken broth/stock). One other minor change that I made was using 1 pound (instead of 1/2 pound) of mushrooms because I love mushrooms. In preparing and sauteeing the ingredients, I pretty much followed the recipe exactly. However, in baking the stew, I baked at 250 degrees (instead of 300 degrees) for about 4 hours. Everything came out perfectly. The beef was nice and tender and the vegetables were cooked just right (not mushy at all - that was a concern that I had). Also, after reading some of the comments posted here, I was a little concerned that the wine would overpower the beef and everything else, but I did not find that to be the case at all, even though I marinated the beef for 16 hours. Over all, the stew was absolutely delicious and was definitely worth the time and effort. I feasted on it with a nice bottle of Italian red wine. Amazing!!!
Easy, excellent beef stew
01/24/2008 at 06:21pm
User: Helen from Washington Township, NJ User Rating:
Very easy to follow instructions and what a taste! The house smells delcious. Good to make on a cold night, especially if you're having company. The smell when they walk in the door will knock them out. I followed directions exactly and had to make no changes. A rare thing.
Loved it
01/21/2008 at 09:25am
User: RUSS from Atlanta, GA User Rating:
The best beef stew ever...
Needs work...
12/12/2007 at 12:35pm
User: JULIET from Denver, CO User Rating:
The flavor was good on this but the method definitely needs tweaking. I did this at a lower temp for a longer time, and didnt add the potatoes and mushrooms until the last hour of cooking. I took everyones advice and did half broth and half wine for the marinade, and forgot to do it overnight so it only sat for a couple hours, but was good. Thanks.
Better Beff Stew Recipes Exist
11/10/2007 at 12:47pm
User: Kathy from Ione, WA User Rating:
My biggest problem with this stew is that the vegetables turned to mush by the time it was done. They should be added the last hour of cooking.
Yummy yummy yummy!!!!!!
10/23/2007 at 02:39pm
User: Ashley from Birdsboro, PA User Rating:
I saw Ina make this stew on the food network and it looked delicious. I've been thinking about making it for over a year now and finally tried it. SOOOOOOO GOOD! After reading some of the ratings I was reluctant to try it because most people said that the wine was too overpowering. I used a bottle of Merlot and used beef broth instead of chicken broth. I used the beef because other people said it played down the wine. Well, it did, and it was wonderful. I fed it to my whole family: ages 8-80. We all loved it. I would definately make this again....actually maybe tonight! DON"T WAIT, TRY THIS DELICIOUS RECIPE!
Everyone loved it
10/14/2007 at 12:32pm
User: Allison from 1, NY User Rating:
Love the pepper and wine flavor, meat melts in your mouth.
Great Comfort Food
10/12/2007 at 10:09pm
User: Lynn from Abilene, TX User Rating:
I make stew almost once a week in the Winter and don't follow a recipe, I just make it how my mother made it. I LOVED this version of stew and will always make it this way from now on. I cut down on the wine (about 1 1/4 cups)and used a good Pinot Noir. Also, I only used a small sprig of rosemary. I love the sun-dried tomatoes in it! Can't wait to make it again!
mm stew
10/12/2007 at 06:14pm
User: Craig from Brooklyn, NY User Rating:
heeding the warnings of other reviewers, i used half wine and half stock, and results were fantastic. i must say that a full bottle of wine would have made the dish even more delicious, and thus i would recommend using the entire bottle, a fairly decent one of course.
Bravo!!
10/11/2007 at 09:16pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Best beef stew I've ever made! It's easy to prepare and absolutely delicious. I like the idea of adding frozen peas at the end, not only it adds color to the stew but also making it tastier. Our whole family had a great dinner with this beef stew, especially when it's cold and rainy outside. I enjoy watching Ina cooking on TV!!
If Too Much a Wine Taste...
10/10/2007 at 08:55pm
User: Elaine from Twin Peaks, CA User Rating:
My house smells wonderful! But, the stew has a tad of a sour taste. I've added half a small can of tomato sauce and about a tablespoon of raw sugar. It defintely needs to be in the oven a few hours longer! Will cut down the pepper next time. But...all in all, delicious. I love Ina. She is the best of the best!
excellent
10/07/2007 at 09:17pm
User: kelly from vancouver, WA User Rating:
excellent..i made it just as ina directed and my family loved it!
Great Comfort Stew
10/06/2007 at 10:08pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
We enjoyed this stew very much. My recommendation would be to NOT cut down on the salt, like I did. I ended up adding it later. I read the other reviews and used a shorter marinade time. Turned out great.
Even the kids will eat this!!!
10/04/2007 at 10:28am
User: Amy from Gibbon, NE User Rating:
Actually I hate beef stew, so when my husband started working on this recipe I was not thrilled! Very pleasantly surprised- excellent tasting, and even our 2 and 4 year olds ate a ton of it! I think this recipe is either love or hate, no in between- I loved the unique flavor of the wine and found it fairly easy to make, just have to plan ahead. I agree with another viewer, this will be great on a very cold jan. or Feb night!
Great Stew Recipe
09/22/2007 at 10:51pm
User: Linda from Chatsworth, CA User Rating:
We liked this as much as our favorite Beef Stew recipe that I have been making for 20 years. Thanks, Ina, you are the best!!!
Wonderful!
09/07/2007 at 04:39pm
User: Micki from Lewisville, TX User Rating:
This was SO GOOD! I did take into account the previous reviews regarding the amount of wine to use. I used about 1/3 of the bottle to marinate the beef (had the rest of it with the meal - Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon 2005) and also used beef broth instead of chicken broth. Other than that, no variations. Chopped all the ingredients ahead of time. Made it very easy. This is the best beef stew I've ever had! Extremely filling and delicious!
Great flavor
08/19/2007 at 09:28pm
User: CATHERINE from Sugar Land, TX User Rating:
This was a great recipe and very rich tasting. My husband loved it. I will definitely make this one again, although it's not a "weeknight meal" for our family b/c it was time consuming to prepare.
not so good
07/15/2007 at 06:35pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
It taste way to much like the marinade and not beef
Drink the wine, don't waste it in this stew!
07/15/2007 at 03:58pm
User: Cheryl from Citrus Heights, CA User Rating:
I agree with all of the other reviewers who say that the wine taste was overpowering. Also, I didn't remove the rosemary sprigs in time and the little pieces of rosemary broke off into the stew, which made eating it a pain in the neck because you had to pick out the rosemary pieces. I threw all but 2 bowls of this stew away.
I used a crock pot
07/10/2007 at 08:52pm
User: Jamie from Ft. Lauderdale, FL User Rating:
The recipe worked wonderfully in my crockpot. It was very easy and absolutely wonderful. Marinating the beef in the wine is the key to this dish, so use a good wine!
It was excellent!
07/09/2007 at 04:17pm
User: gabriel from new york, NY User Rating:
My family and I loved the flavor that the wine gave to the stew. I also liked the addition of the sun-dried tomatoes. Its definitely a keeper. Just make sure you have a pan large enough to hold it all.
YUMMY
07/07/2007 at 03:31pm
User: Adda from Grand Terrace, CA User Rating:
Ina gets an A+ for this one. It was even great BEFORE it went into the oven!!! Great with savory cornbread!
the PERFECT cold day comfort meal
07/06/2007 at 11:57pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
an absolutely delicious, straight forward, hearty meal. would eat it every day in the winter.
beef stew
07/05/2007 at 02:49pm
User: pinkasu2 from N. Augusta, SC User Rating:
awesome.
flour
06/28/2007 at 01:16am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
make sure you don't use too much flour to coat the beef
Best Beef Stew I've Made Yet
06/22/2007 at 03:52pm
User: Kimberely from Washougal, WA User Rating:
This was thick and delicious. Tons of flavor. A real stick-to-your-ribs stew. I am going to use this recipe from now on.
Not good
06/21/2007 at 09:59am
User: JACK from Rome, GA User Rating:
The flavor of the wine overpowers the whole dish.
Great Flavor
06/20/2007 at 08:58am
User: Anthony from Newark, DE User Rating:
Made stew after watching episode. Family really loved it. I added dumplings as an extra touch. Good Job Ina
excellent
06/19/2007 at 05:20pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
excellent
Ina Garden's Parker Beef Stew
06/18/2007 at 01:13am
User: Vivian from x, CA User Rating:
I loved Ina Garden's Parker Beef Stew. The ingredients were easy to find I watched her show and was able to get all the ingredients. The recipe was easy enough for me to make. It tasted great! Thanks Ina!
Oh MY MY MY oh MY
06/17/2007 at 07:47pm
User: Karin from Silverdale, WA User Rating:
This recipe was selected by my hubby for his 2007 Fathers Day meal...and it was just the bomb! First you enjoy a meal by sight (Awesome); by aroma (outstanding); and then taste (unbelieveable) says the hubby and family! I don't care for wine but it just made this recipe pop with such flavor! I will definitely make this over and over again!
Delicious!
04/23/2007 at 07:26pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is a fabulous stew recipe. I do differ however on the prep time of 15 mins. Ummm...it took more like 70 mins, whewee. That includes chopping veggies, browning meat, +++. Really delicious. I would appreciate however if recipes would include calories per serving plus nutritional info e.g. carbs, proteins, etc. Thanks! By the way did try the Beef Bourgignon recipe a few weeks ago for Easter. It was good too. But gotta say Parkers is well you know already yum!
Way beyond delicious
04/02/2007 at 07:42am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Easy to make and extremely tasty. I am not normally a "stew" fan, but this is extraordinary.
Tooooo salty
02/14/2007 at 08:57pm
User: andrea from new york, NY User Rating:
I usually love Ina's recipes, but I will not even save this one. The recipe calls for 1 tbls. of salt in the dredging flour, plus 1 tbls. salt and 2 tbls. of Worchestire sauce in the stew. I should have followed my instinct and reduced the above amounts because the resulting stew is way, way too salty. I will stick with my tried and true Julia Child beef stew recipe.
Great
02/11/2007 at 04:21pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Ina has hit it with this one. Great beef stew. Simple to do and simply fantastic!!
Ultimate Deliciousness
02/02/2007 at 11:04am
User: Marlane from Tupper Lake, NY User Rating:
This stew was very easy to prepare and to cook. It got rave reviews from my family and friends that night that we had dinner. I only had one helping in reserve after dinner was completed. I served the stew with homemade biscuits and a bottle of Cabarnet. It was all very delicious, and really tops my delicious charts. I will definitely make it again and again, perhaps as a regular stew for the cold winter months. YUM!!! Marlane M. LaBlanc Tupper Lake, NY
Really good!
02/01/2007 at 03:07pm
User: Kristen from albuquerque, NM User Rating:
Meat a little tough so cook longer....high alt.
right on the money
01/25/2007 at 02:13pm
User: Samee from Ne Phila, OH User Rating:
Even my finiky 16 year old said it was the best and awesome and if that doesn't say it nothing else will
Good, only if you follow my advice
01/22/2007 at 12:27am
User: tracy from coronado, CA User Rating:
Great stew but only if you buy EXCELLANT meat and use equally good wine. REALLY! It's all about the ingredients so remember that you can't be cheap and expect this recipe to end up well. Fun for good old time memories and even for a dinner party! I served Ina's Orange scones for the bread to go along with this but I made them plain and didn't use the orange zest. She made me look like a chef with this recipe!
Rich
01/15/2007 at 07:57pm
User: Holly from Louisville, KY User Rating:
I made this several weekends ago and found that it was a very pleasant tasting stew. It was a little rich, so next time I may not use as much wine, or perhaps a different one. Nevertheless, it was a good stew and I had plenty left over to freeze for additional meals when crisis management takes over and I'm tempted to eat out.
Best Ever Beef Stew
01/13/2007 at 03:44pm
User: Jeanne from Port Orchard, WA User Rating:
My family absolutely raved about this stew. It was very favorful and everyone wanted seconds and then the recipe. Thank you it was really a success!
Looked good, too peppery
01/10/2007 at 04:35pm
User: Nancy from Cedar Hill, MO User Rating:
The recipe sounded quite promising. The finished product was too peppery in taste and overwhelmed the other flavors. Since it doesn't have a lot of pepper in it I'm not sure where the flavor came from. We threw it out.
HOLY COW !!!
01/08/2007 at 07:21pm
User: Robert from Orange Park, FL User Rating:
Unbelievable! This recipe is the one I have been searching for. I couldn't get enough. If I had the money, I would buy a bigger Dutch Oven. The wife loved it too. The wine wasn't overpowering like other recipes. Very hearty, but not dry, just enough juices and wow, the flavor. It even looked rustic like a cowboy would eat out on the range, but w/more flavor. I could rave on, but my bowl is empty..
Delicious!
01/06/2007 at 09:54pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This stew was a lot of work, but well worth it! I'm thinking that I should add pearl onions the next time I make this recipe, which will be very soon!
Should have read the reviews first.....
01/05/2007 at 12:32pm
User: Lisa from Vancouver, WA User Rating:
I'm not a big fan of red wine but I thought I'd try something different. I used Cabernet Sauvignon and it was definately overpowering. It was good but the stew didnt have a beefy taste at all which is what I love about beef stew. I wouldve preferred it with a beef stock instead of chicken and alot less wine. The beef was really tender though as well as the vegetables. Not sure if I'll ever make this again but if I do, I will definately make the suggested alterations.
Delicious
01/05/2007 at 03:00am
User: HEIDI from Westport, NY User Rating:
My husband and I love this recipe. Something about marinating and baking the stew gives it a wonderful flavor.
Fabulous!!
01/03/2007 at 08:10pm
User: Regina from Upper Darby, PA User Rating:
I made two batches of this recipe for a buffet dinner. This is without a doubt the best beef stew I have ever made. My guests loved it. As my supermarket was out of fresh rosemary, I substituted 1 tsp. of dried rosemary leaves for fresh.
Well worth it!
01/01/2007 at 11:47am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I used a homemade Valpollicella wine and it turned out great. Made for a great meal after a day of cross country skiing.
Parker's Stew
12/30/2006 at 06:41pm
User: Kathleen from Northville, MI User Rating:
Cut the receipe in half. Based on other comments mixed equal parts of wine and beef stock for marinade. The stew has a lot of flavor and makes a great winter meal.
With a little fine tuning. . . a great stew!
12/29/2006 at 01:53pm
User: Jessica from Hopewell Junction, NY User Rating:
I read all of the reviews, both good and bad, before making this recipe. With a few adaptations, my husband and I both thouroughly enjoyed this updated version of a stew. I chose not to marinate the meat in the wine, as many people said the wine flavor was too over powering. I used london broil rather than chuck and it came out very tender. I used a nice Pinot Noir and the flavor was perfect ( 1 cup of wine and 1 14oz. can of beef broth rather than chicken). I did cut down on the rosemary; I just find it to be a very stong herb for my taste. Overall, delicious served over some nice egg noodles and some crusty bread!! Gotta love Ina!
Simply Fantastic
12/25/2006 at 03:43pm
User: Terry from Omaha, NE User Rating:
I decided to make this stew for a get together. It was simply wonderful! I have recommended this recipe to friends and family and it has been very well received by those who have tasted it! Hooray for Ina Garten!
Delicious!
12/24/2006 at 10:44am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was an all around hit that my family loved. It tasted scrumptious! Very rich and flavorful. Love Ina's shows!
Caroll
12/23/2006 at 08:55am
User: Caroll from Marquette, KS User Rating:
I watched Ina make this. I made it the very next day and it is absolutely outstanding.
Fantastic!!!
12/08/2006 at 06:05pm
User: Kristy from hueytown, AL User Rating:
This is a wonderful recipe!I do not even like beef stew, but I watched the episode when she made this and it looked wonderful on T.V and it is,I do recommend tasting the red wine you choose to use I used Cabernet Sauvignon as it is my favorite red wine. However my mother made the same recipe and her's turned out sour.I will make this again.
Great
11/27/2006 at 11:21pm
User: Kelly from Milwaukee, WI User Rating:
This is a keeper!!
Fantastic, but altered wine
11/19/2006 at 11:54am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
After reading all the reviews online stating how overbearing the wine in this recipe is, we altered the wine. We used a pinot noir and marinated the meat for only two hours rather than overnight. We also only used half a bottle rather than the whole bottle. We also inadvertantly left out the wors. sauce. It turned out amazingly well. Incredibly tasty. I have no doubt, however, that the wide range of reviews of this recipe dirctly correlates to the wide range of wines used.
Best Stew I've ever Made
11/19/2006 at 08:06am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My boyfriend and I kept saying OMG how good this was as we ate it. The taste was spectacular and the meat was so tender. It was not hard to make at all. Bit of time but the best things usually take time. I think with many things though your choice of wine will make all the difference in this recipe, we used a good local Baco Noir, rich full bodied red that blended well without overpowering the meal.
Warm and earthy delight!
11/15/2006 at 08:00pm
User: Sarah from Santa Cruz, CA User Rating:
I made this for my mother in law, and she was blown away! This is even better than my mother's receipe, which I thought could never be beat! Ina is amazing. The sundried tomato really added a tangy hint to this. I will be making this again and again!!
Not very good
11/13/2006 at 11:06pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I read the reviews from others before I made this and thought, well I'll try it anyway. I should have listened. It was not good at all. Everyone was right, the wine taste was overpowering. My husband refused to eat it and it all got thrown away.
Delicious
11/12/2006 at 02:37pm
User: TERESA from Clarksville, TN User Rating:
This is an excellent recipe for stew. The meat was very tender and the flavor of the roasted vegetables in the stew was superb.
too much work not worth for taste
11/11/2006 at 11:37am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
didn't care for it i think i'll keep my MS tried and loved beef stew recipe.
Its the best
11/09/2006 at 12:09am
User: Rebecca from Salem, OR User Rating:
This was the easiest and best stew I have ever made. I had people over for dinner and they raved about it, I must say it is even better than my Gramma's
Best Stew I've Ever Made!
11/04/2006 at 06:27pm
User: DEBORAH from Peoria, IL User Rating:
I was so excited about trying this recipe that there was no time to marinate overnight. I used a better cut of beef and marinated for a few hours. I used beef stock as that was what was on hand. Oh, it was absolutely succulent and won rave reviews! The rosemary definitely was the 'secret' to the success. Ina, you made me look like a REAL cook and thank you so much! This is a dish for company without a doubt.
Use Slow Cooker...
11/04/2006 at 10:58am
User: denise from Chatham, NJ User Rating:
I used my slow cooker for this recipe and it turned out wonderful..I think you really need to use good red wine-it makes a difference. Also, serve atop egg noodles-perfect winter recipe.
Best Beef Stew I have ever eaten
11/03/2006 at 04:30pm
User: Stephanie from Bow, NH User Rating:
Marinating the beef in wine and browning the vegetables before adding to the stew are just two of the things that make this a fabulous stew. I always add red pepper flakes to my beef stew for some extra heat and this makes it perfect !
What a Treasure
11/01/2006 at 11:45am
User: Viola from West Covina, CA User Rating:
Easily prepared and a perfect Fall dinner. Served it to guests and got my own "five star review". Thanks, Ina.
Absolutely Fabulous
10/31/2006 at 09:04am
User: Darlene from Fort Lauderdale, FL User Rating:
Great taste, flavor, easy prep. It's nice to have a good variation for a stew, and this one is at the top of my list. Bravo Ina and Parker!
Best ever!!
10/30/2006 at 02:17pm
User: Jim from Green Bay, WI User Rating:
Great flavor, can't wait to make it again.
Grandmas Stew
10/29/2006 at 08:40am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Great, easy wonderful family dinner..
Easy and Gourmet
10/27/2006 at 10:04pm
User: Robert from New York, NY User Rating:
It takes no time to prepare and the taste in excellent! I used one of my favorite Chianti Riserva and it tasted so complex with many layers of flavor. All of my friends were wowed. Ina has a quality of recipes that in combination balance a cut above.
It was so so
10/27/2006 at 04:14pm
User: Ed from Port Richey, FL User Rating:
I made this stew and I understood why Jeffrey went for the ice cream first. This stew was so so. I am not sure if I would make it again or not. Now don't take me wrong, we ate it and it did have a different flavor to it, but I have had better.
Crockpot Roast
10/26/2006 at 07:54pm
User: Miriam from Riverside, CA User Rating:
Since we were on vacation, we were not going to be home in enough time to cook in the oven. I marinate the beef overnight and prepared everything in the morning. Then I put it in the crockpot and left. We came back about 6 hours later. The flavor of the stew was wonderful, the colors were rich. For some reason the meat was not as tender as I had hoped. It was a little chewy so I think it could have used more time in the crockpot. Other than that, I loved it.
The best stew ever
10/26/2006 at 01:07pm
User: Janice from Westminster, CA User Rating:
This stew turned out wonderful. What a hearty meal for a nice cool evening. The gravy in this stew is heavenly, I didn't change a thing!
Oh so good!!!!
10/25/2006 at 04:09pm
User: Lisa from Highlands, NJ User Rating:
This is the best beef stew I have every made. It's the second time in a week that I am making it. I made it for my husband and our friends and everyone loved it so much. If fact, we are having them back for the repeat of the meal tonight. Thanks Ina for a great recipe!!! This one goes into my top 5.
Not so great
10/24/2006 at 02:37pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Really overpowering wine flavor. We couldn't give the leftovers away to single college guys.
Ok, but lacked flavor
10/22/2006 at 09:40pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This recipe was just okay. I decided to make it after seeing Ina make it, but there just wasn't enough flavor. The overwhelming taste was of the red wine, which I love, but that's pretty much all you taste. My husband said he really like it, but agreed that it needed more flavor. I'll keep looking for a better beef stew recipe.
best ever beef stew
10/22/2006 at 08:51pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This recipe is just delicious and easy to make. It's so tasty and is now one of my family's favorites!
Very Rich
10/22/2006 at 01:06pm
User: Steve from Bonney Lake, WA User Rating:
Tons of flavor, rich, stick to your ribs heartiness. Makes enough for a small army.
GRRRRREAT!!!
10/21/2006 at 09:47pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was by far the best stew I had ever eaten. I modified the recipe a little bit because I made it in a crock pot, but for flavour, aroma and appearance, you could not find a better stew
Rich & Hearty Beef Stew
10/20/2006 at 02:51pm
User: S.P. from Fountain Valley, CA User Rating:
The wine and sundried tomatos make this beef stew very rich. I used oil packed sundried tomatoes and doubled the garlic. The wine I used was a very fruity, $15 California Syrah. I also added a little of the sundried tomato oil to the pot. It was perfect! Leftovers quickly disappeared the next day. Be sure to have some crusty bread on hand to wipe your bowl clean.
Wonderful!
10/19/2006 at 12:48pm
User: LISA from Hixson, TN User Rating:
Really terrific flavor. I used a California cabernet for the marinade. The only thing I would change is to use less flour next time; made my sauce a little too thick.
Absolutely delicious
10/18/2006 at 10:27am
User: Sara from Alexandria, VA User Rating:
One of the best recipes I've ever used. Tip...make the stew the day before you plan to serve, refrigerate over night, skim off some fat before re-heating, serve over egg noodles. I did mince four cloves of garlic and I used a bit more rosemary (we are big fans). This would be perfect on a cold day in February.
Fabulous!
10/17/2006 at 12:14pm
User: Diane from Noblesville, IN User Rating:
I made this recipe last week and we loved it. I used a Cabernet Sauvignon from Australia, an earthy, full body wine. I froze the leftovers, and thawed them in the oven, in a covered casserole, at 325 for @ 1 1/2 hrs. Perfect! I will use this for company and those cold winter nights. After reading the reviews I agree that the type of wine used can make a difference in the end result.
Parker's Beef Stew
10/16/2006 at 01:01pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Great, meat tender.Very tasty
Comfort at its best
10/15/2006 at 09:57am
User: Nancy from Wethersfield, CT User Rating:
This Beef Stew with the Merlow Wine marinade was the biggest hit with my friends who can't believe it was so easy. Comfort food at its best with crusty bread
Delicious
10/15/2006 at 03:28am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
The stew was very flavorful and absolutely delicious. This was the best stew I have ever had. We couldn't get enough and will definitely be making this again.
Wonderful and refeshing
10/13/2006 at 04:48pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Thank you Ina!! This is a great change from the old beef stew recipes I've tried over the last 35 years. I prefer more meat than it calls for and added more. Worked out fine. Use the red wine of your choice and it will work out well. I'm not into red wines so my wine store suggested a burgandy, it was great! enjoy!!!!!
Best Beef Stew
10/13/2006 at 03:58pm
User: DEENA from SHINGLE SPRINGS, CA User Rating:
I have tried many, many different types of stews before, but this one was well worth the effort. It took more time in the prepping process with all the chopping of the veggies, and I did alter the recipe a slightly, like adding some pepper flakes with the veggies while cooking for some heat, using only 2 c. of the wine instead of the 2 1/2 and I increased the chicken stock from 2 cups to 2 1/2 cups, I just basically swapped the 1/2 c. wine for the 1/2 c. of stock. I also changed the cooking from 300 to 275 degrees and let the stew cook for 5 hours instead of the 2-3 hrs. I also added the rosemary to the pot during the last 1 1/2 hrs. of cooking so the taste was more "fresh" and "bolder". But, it was a very nice and tasty stew that I will be making more this winter!!
Stew
10/13/2006 at 02:40pm
User: Phyllis from Port Angeles, WA User Rating:
Can't find a way of contacting...Can't rate recipe because right side of screen is cut off where I would hit reviews. Also new format for recipe print out is a total WASTE of paper. Will not copy many more recipes since it uses so much more paper than necessary. Printing only on far left side of paper...
excellent and easy
10/12/2006 at 06:15pm
User: frank from yardville, NJ User Rating:
this stew came out perfect followed recipe to the t and came out perfect
No eat
10/11/2006 at 04:54pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I enjoy the Barefoot Contessa very much so I tried Parker's Beef Stew. It has such a heavy wine taste after cooking it 3 hours that we would not eat it. Everything was very tender but the taste was terrible. I followed the receipe to the inth degree. Thank you, Lillian Thompson
subpar
10/09/2006 at 08:30pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
i am sorry to say that i found this stew to be very bland. mind you i love ina and watch her often, maybe my mistake was i made this on a sunday and reheated it on monday for dinner. i followed the recipe exactly an d still found it lacking in taste . i r will not make this again. sorry.
The BEST Ever!
10/09/2006 at 04:19pm
User: Karin from Pardeeville, WI User Rating:
This was my first recipe from Ina. Everyone in the family absolutely loved it. Even my picky son had seconds.
This is a keeper
10/09/2006 at 03:24am
User: EMILY from Tempe, AZ User Rating:
I am in college and I don't have a dutch oven, so I just simmered the whole thing on the stove for two hours instead. At first it was pretty liquid, but after sitting a bit it thickened right up. Pretty great flavor! I put some new bay leaves in the pot to simmer and add extra flavor!! Made my apartment smell homey!
Yum!
10/08/2006 at 08:27pm
User: jessica from TAMPA, FL User Rating:
I just tasted mine when I stirred it after the first hour and I think it's great! Prepared it almost according to the recipe, left out the tomatoes and the mushrooms.
Pretty Good
10/08/2006 at 07:18pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
But not amazing. I love Ina. This was bad, but wasn't as excellent as her meals typically are. Definitely not for folks that don't like wine. I used a Coppola Rosso blend, which worked well. I think Ina used a Cabarnet.
Wonderful!
10/08/2006 at 06:58pm
User: Debra from Dade City, FL User Rating:
A lot of prep time, but worth it. I used a Cabernet, but might try a Bordeaux next time. I also would cut the beef up into smaller pieces, leave the mushrooms whole, and reduce the entire recipe by half, as there is only two of us. It took about 3 hours in the oven. My husband said it was the best beef stew he's ever had. Another winner from Ina!
Beef Stew
10/07/2006 at 07:59pm
User: Miranda from novato, CA User Rating:
Excellent Comfort Food!
stew served to the angels
10/07/2006 at 03:31pm
User: jean from logansport, IN User Rating:
I made this stew and served it to my husband he thought it was the best stew he had ever eaten. I does take a while to prepare but I promise it is worth it
Work, but worth it
10/06/2006 at 06:17pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
We thought this stew had a nice flavor and it was enjoyed. If the recipe is followed it should be very good. To those of you who gave it a bad review (especially Jennifer in IL), what were you making?? You didn't follow the recipe so your comment was way off!!!!!!
Best Beef Stew
10/05/2006 at 03:20pm
User: GISELA from keller, TX User Rating:
I've made this twice and both times it was great. I used a Cabernet the fist time then a burgundy the next. We prefered the burgundy. We even served it for company. It is labor intensive. I dont understand the bad reviews. They must have skipped a step/done something wrong or used a bad wine.
Best Stew Ever
10/05/2006 at 11:10am
User: Josette from Inver Grove Heights, MN User Rating:
At last I've found a beef stew recipe that is absolutely delicious. My adult sons and their friends couldn't stop telling me how much they loved this stew. I followed the recipe exactly the way it was written. I was so proud to have made it. The Barefoot Contessa should have received the compliments though. I have made a lot of the recipes that sounded good to me and this is the BEST one.
Not as good as I expected!
10/04/2006 at 09:46am
User: Jennifer from Rockford, IL User Rating:
Can I rate this a 2.5? I have issues with this recipe that are not the same as others I have read. I followed the instructions for preparation to the letter with the exception of leaving out the frozen peas and mushrooms. I did not marinate the meat overnight. The meat marinated for about an hour and the wine flavor was perfect. I didn't remember that Ina had marinated it overnight. Also, I did not have chicken stock on hand so I used beef stock. The problem that I had was by the time the meat was tender enough to eat the carrots and potatoes were mush! The next time I attempt this recipe I will probably add the potatoes, carrots and onions after about an hour. There was a lot of prep work, which I don't mind, but I should not have tried this on a school night. By the time it was ready the kids were starving!
Delicious Beef Stew!
10/04/2006 at 06:54am
User: Elena from Harrisburg, PA User Rating:
This recipe was was easy to make and everyone enjoyed it!
Excellent flavor!
10/03/2006 at 07:38pm
User: Jenna from York, NE User Rating:
I made this last night and it was great. I didn?t have a bottle of wine so I used cooking wine and it was good. Obviously if you use a nice red it would have been better. I also added dried thyme just before I put it in the oven, left out the sun-dried tomatoes, and doubled the amount of chopped garlic. I was amazed how gravy like the liquid was. My previous beef stew is more soupy. This is a great recipe and very easy!
Excellent
10/02/2006 at 07:50pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Not too much work. Very tasty and filling.
VERY GOOD!
10/02/2006 at 07:16pm
User: mary from oro valley, AZ User Rating:
LABOR INTENSIVE IS RIGHT! I REDUCED THE HEAT TO 250 DEGREES FOR ALMOST 3 HOURS...PERFECT! NEXT TIME, I WILL USE A SMALLER SIZE BEEF CUBE...THESE WERE A BIT TOO LARGE. ONE INCH WOULD BE BETTER. WILL MAKE IT AGAIN!!
not your traditional beef stew
10/02/2006 at 01:17pm
User: Suanne from Waterloo, IA User Rating:
I had bought everything to make this recipe BEFORE I had read the reviews so adjusted the wine, reduced it by 1 cup and increased the stock amount by 1 cup and it was excellent. I try a new beef stew recipe everytime I see one, have tried about every cooking show's version and this has to be the best. My husband wanted to know what the "grass" was in the stew so maybe next time I will take the leaves off the rosemary branch and chop them a little finer, but it did give it a gourmet flavor. I used a Merlot wine (and also reduced it in the pan when I added)because that is what I had on hand.
Ina rocks!
10/02/2006 at 11:59am
User: nancy from NEW YORK, NY User Rating:
This is the best beef stew I ever made! The flavors meld perfectly and preparation was easy.
Easy, Elegant Dinner Party Delight
10/01/2006 at 02:58pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made this for a dinner party, and everyone raved about it. I used beef broth, instead of chicken, as I thought this would be a better counterpart to the wine. It was so simple and elegant, going right from the oven to the table. It was served with rolls and sweet butter, as nothing else was needed. Talk about easy entertaining; I spent no time in the kitchen, and all the time with my guests. I'll definitely be making this again (probably for Christmas Eve dinner).
might as well drink bottle of wine
09/26/2006 at 03:51pm
User: Leann from Kneeland, CA User Rating:
Really all you could taste was the wine. And I reduced the amount of wine and cut it with beef stock. I will go back to my older and much simpler recipe.
tasty, but makes a lot
09/25/2006 at 01:38pm
User: geri from columbus, OH User Rating:
If you're feeding a crowd or have a big family, the amount is probably ok, but there's just 2 of us at my house so this was A LOT. Might try a different wine next time OR skip the marinating step altogether as the beef really picked up the wine flavor very strongly. Veggies were quite good...it was a pleasant surprise that they still had some crunch & bite to them even after the long cook time. It was even better as leftovers. First time I've tried one of Ina's recipes, and I will be using this one again...only next time it'll be cut in half.
Perfect for a crowd
09/24/2006 at 11:20am
User: Katie from Seattle, WA User Rating:
This one will please even the picky eaters in your family. I tested it out on my boyfriend and he absolutely loved it. Then I made it for my family of eight and they raved over it. I suggest trying it...this meal is worth the time you put into it. Just a tip: because I'm not yet 21, I couldn't use red wine for the marinade. Instead I tried a bit of balsamic vinegar, and it really tasted great!
Worth the time
09/17/2006 at 08:48am
User: Sarah from Norwood, MA User Rating:
As others have pointed out - this recipe is somewhat labor intensive However, I thought it was fabulous and well worth the extra effort. I loved the flavor of the sauce and especially liked adding the sun-dried tomatoes (I've doubled those in subsequent batches I've made). This is a keeper in my house.
wonderful
09/15/2006 at 09:25pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
couldn't wait to eat it the smell was amazing in oven. cooked it without potatos still very good.