Here’s a simple and hearty Instant Pot Beef Stew Recipe featuring McCormick seasoning for a flavorful and quick meal.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef stew meat (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 packet McCormick Beef Stew Seasoning Mix
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 carrots, sliced into rounds
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup frozen peas (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sear the Beef:
- Set the Instant Pot to the “Sauté” function and add olive oil.
- Season the beef lightly with salt and pepper.
- Sear the beef cubes in batches until browned on all sides (about 2-3 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics:
- Add the chopped onions, garlic, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce.
- Deglaze the Pot:
- Pour in 1/2 cup of beef broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits off the bottom of the pot.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Add the seared beef back to the Instant Pot.
- Sprinkle the McCormick Beef Stew Seasoning Mix over the beef.
- Add potatoes, carrots, and remaining beef broth.
- Pressure Cook the Stew:
- Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to “Pressure Cook” (Manual) on High Pressure for 35 minutes.
- Allow for a 10-minute natural pressure release, then carefully turn the valve to quick release.
- Add Peas and Garnish:
- If using peas, stir them in and let them warm through for 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve hot with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes.
- Pair with a simple green salad for a complete meal.
Tips for Success:
- For extra richness, add a splash of red wine when deglazing.
- Thicken the stew by stirring in a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water) after pressure cooking.
Enjoy this comforting and flavorful beef stew! Let me know if you’d like more Instant Pot meal ideas. 
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef stew meat (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 packet McCormick Beef Stew Seasoning Mix
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 carrots, sliced into rounds
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup frozen peas (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sear the Beef:
- Set the Instant Pot to the “Sauté” function and add olive oil.
- Season the beef lightly with salt and pepper.
- Sear the beef cubes in batches until browned on all sides (about 2-3 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics:
- Add the chopped onions, garlic, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce.
- Deglaze the Pot:
- Pour in 1/2 cup of beef broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits off the bottom of the pot.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Add the seared beef back to the Instant Pot.
- Sprinkle the McCormick Beef Stew Seasoning Mix over the beef.
- Add potatoes, carrots, and remaining beef broth.
- Pressure Cook the Stew:
- Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to “Pressure Cook” (Manual) on High Pressure for 35 minutes.
- Allow for a 10-minute natural pressure release, then carefully turn the valve to quick release.
- Add Peas and Garnish:
- If using peas, stir them in and let them warm through for 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve hot with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes.
- Pair with a simple green salad for a complete meal.
Tips for Success:
- For extra richness, add a splash of red wine when deglazing.
- Thicken the stew by stirring in a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water) after pressure cooking.
Enjoy this comforting and flavorful beef stew! Let me know if you’d like more Instant Pot meal ideas.
