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Pumpkin Spice Beef Stew | Cozy Instant Pot Recipe for Fall | Stifado
I know it sounds crazy but trust the process.
Slow cooker instructions are at the bottom!
Warm up this fall with a hearty, autumn-inspired beef stew made in your Instant Pot! Infused with pumpkin spice, cinnamon, and aromatic herbs, this stew is perfect with mashed potatoes, pasta, or crusty bread. Quick, flavorful, and cozy - your new fall favorite.
Ingredients:
10 oz chopped onions
2 lb beef stew meat
6 carrots, peeled and cut into 2‑inch pieces
2 broth cubes
Cinnamon
Pumpkin spice mix
1 Tbsp garlic powder
2 bay leaves
1 Tbsp oregano
15 oz tomato sauce
Salt and pepper, to taste
3 Tbsp sugar
Instructions:
1. Combine all ingredients in an Instant Pot.
2. Cook on high pressure for 40 minutes.
3. Serve with mashed potatoes, pasta, or bread.
Slow Cooker Instructions:
1. Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker.
2. Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours, until the beef is tender and the carrots are cooked through.
3. Remove bay leaves before serving.
4. Serve with mashed potatoes, pasta, or bread.
Optional: For a thicker stew, you can stir in a slurry of 1–2 Tbsp cornstarch mixed with cold water about 15–20 minutes before serving and cook on high until slightly thickened.
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If you're looking to impress your family or guests with a fall-inspired dish, this pumpkin spice beef stew is a fantastic choice. Unlike traditional beef stews, this recipe uniquely incorporates a blend of pumpkin spice and cinnamon, adding a warm, aromatic twist that perfectly complements the rich flavors of the beef and vegetables. The use of an Instant Pot cuts down cooking time significantly without sacrificing tenderness or flavor. Just combine chopped onions, stew beef, carrots, broth cubes, garlic powder, bay leaves, oregano, tomato sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper, then add a teaspoon of pumpkin spice and a pinch of cinnamon for that cozy fall vibe. Cook on high pressure for 40 minutes and enjoy immediate comfort food. Prefer a slower cooking method? The slow cooker version lets the beef simmer low and slow for 7–8 hours on low or 4–5 hours on high, intensifying flavors and ensuring melt-in-your-mouth texture. Don’t forget to remove the bay leaves before serving. For a thicker stew, add a cornstarch slurry near the end of cooking to create a luscious consistency. Serving suggestions are versatile—mashed potatoes are classic for soaking up the delicious sauce, but pasta or crusty bread also make excellent accompaniments. Additionally, since this recipe naturally aligns with gluten-free diets, it can accommodate dietary preferences without losing any flavor. To further enhance the stew, consider adding seasonal root vegetables like parsnips or sweet potatoes or garnishing with fresh herbs such as parsley or thyme to balance the spices. This pumpkin spice beef stew offers a comforting, flavorful meal that embraces the essence of autumn and delivers a delightful twist on a beloved classic.
i will have to try this!