Main Ingredients
- 1 pound stewing beef (cut into medium-sized cubes)
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- cup all-purpose flour
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 4 medium potatoes (cubed)
- 5 carrots (peeled and cubed)
- 2 large turnips (cubed)
- 1 quart beef stock (high-quality)
- 1 beef bouillon cube
Required Kitchen Tools
When making Cracker Barrel beef stew at home, having the right tools makes the cooking process smooth and enjoyable. Here’s what I use:
- Large Dutch Oven or Heavy Pot: Perfect for browning meat and slow simmering.
- Wooden Spoon or Ladle: Helps stir ingredients evenly without scratching your pot.
- Sharp Chef’s Knife: For chopping vegetables and cubing beef uniformly.
- Cutting Board: A sturdy board makes prepping veggies safer and easier.
- Measuring Cups & Spoons: To keep ingredient proportions accurate.
Having these tools ready will help you create a stew that’s flavorful, hearty, and just like Cracker Barrel’s homestyle classic.
