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Chuck Wagon Beef Stew (Instant Pot)

2 T. vegetable oil
2 lbs. stew meat, cubed
salt and Pepper
1 large onion, chopped
1 T. minced garlic
1 T. chili powder
1 t. cumin
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 (15 oz.) can diced tomatoes, with juice
3 1/2 C. beef stock or broth
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 C. whole-kernel corn
2 T. cornmeal
1 (6-8 oz.) can refrigerated biscuits

1. With the cooker’s lid off, heat oil on high until sizzling.
2. Season stew meat with a generous amount of salt and pepper, place in the cooker, and saute until lightly browned.
3. Add onion, garlic, chili powder, tomatoes, and beef stock. Securely lock the pressure cooker’s lid and set for 20 minutes on High.
4. Perform a quick release to release the cooker’s pressure. With the cooker’s lid off, set to high. Stir in black beans and corn and bring to a simmer.
5. Stir in cornmeal, and simmer 2 minutes to thicken(stir constantly). Separate refrigerated biscuits and quarter them. Drop them into the stew and let simmer 10-15 minutes before serving.

From Great Food Fast

Serves 6