Perfect Winter Beef Stew

Prep Time: 15 min

Total Time: 2 hr 15 min

Makes: 8

3/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing

2 lb. (900 g) stewing beef, cut into 1-inch chunks

6 slices bacon, chopped

3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms

1 large onion, chopped

6 carrots, sliced

1-1/2 lb. (675 g) potatoes, peeled, cut into large chunks

1 can (19 fl oz/540 mL) diced tomatoes, undrained

1 can (10 fl oz/284 mL) beef broth

POUR dressing over beef in shallow glass dish. Refrigerate 30 min. to marinate. Meanwhile, cook bacon in large saucepan on medium heat 5 min. or until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove bacon from saucepan; discard drippings. Drain bacon on paper towels.

ADD mushrooms and onions to saucepan; cook on medium-high heat 10 min., stirring occasionally. Remove beef from marinade; discard marinade. Add beef, carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, broth and bacon to saucepan; stir.

BRING to boil, stirring occasionally; cover. Simmer on low heat 1 hour 30 min. or until beef is done and sauce is thickened, stirring occasionally and removing the lid for the last 15 min.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Special Extra

For more flavour, add 1/2 tsp. dried thyme leaves to saucepan with the beef and vegetables.

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