Alita’s Tomato Beef Stew

Alita’s Tomato Beef Stew

a tasty stew that will feed a crowd

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 20m
Cook Time: 2h 20m
Total Time: 2h 40m
Servings: 12
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (20 Reviews)
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Nutritional Information

485
calories
27,4g
fat
25,9g
carbohydrates
33,8g
protein
99mg
cholesterol
678mg
sodium
Alita’s Tomato Beef Stew

Recipe Description

This Alita’s Tomato Beef Stew is a great stew to make for a crowd. As fall turns to winter each year, my neighborhood has a street feast where we meet up for the final time before the winter weather sets in.

I always make a large pot of this stew and it goes down really well with the neighbors! Don’t let the long list of ingredients put you off, it is actually a super easy recipe to prepare. I think tomato base of this stew makes a nice change from traditional beef stew.

To prepare this stew, I simply brown the meat first. Then I add the most of the remaining ingredients, bring it to a boil and simmer. Towards the end, I add the carrots, potatoes and mushrooms in stages. By the end of the cooking time, I have a rich tomatoey beef stew which will feed the masses!

To make Alita’s Tomato Beef Stew, you will need the following ingredients:So, how do you make Alita’s Tomato Beef Stew?

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Coat the beef

    3 min
    Step 1 - Alita’s Tomato Beef StewStep 1 - Alita’s Tomato Beef Stew

    In a large resealable bag, mix the flour, salt, and pepper. Add the beef cubes and shake well to coat the meat evenly.

  2. 2

    Heat the oil

    2 min
    Step 2 - Alita’s Tomato Beef Stew

    Heat oil over medium heat in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven.

  3. 3

    Brown the beef

    8 min
    Step 3 - Alita’s Tomato Beef Stew

    Place the coated meat and loose flour from the bag in the hot oil. Cook 5-10 minutes stirring constantly until the meat is browned all over.

  4. 4

    Make the sauce

    2 min
    Step 4 - Alita’s Tomato Beef StewStep 4 - Alita’s Tomato Beef Stew

    Combine the tomatoes, onions, tomato sauce, water, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, paprika, sugar, and bay leaves with the beef and bring to a boil.

  5. 5

    Simmer

    1h
    Step 5 - Alita’s Tomato Beef Stew

    Turn the heat down to low and allow the stew to simmer for about 1 hour. Scrape the bottom of the pot every 30 minutes to avoid sticking.

  6. 6

    Add carrots

    30 min
    Step 6 - Alita’s Tomato Beef Stew

    After simmering for an hour, stir the carrots into the stew and cook for about 30 minutes more.

  7. 7

    Add potatoes

    30 min
    Step 7 - Alita’s Tomato Beef StewStep 7 - Alita’s Tomato Beef Stew

    Add the potatoes to stew and cook for another 30 minutes until the potatoes are tender.

  8. 8

    Stir in mushrooms

    15 min
    Step 8 - Alita’s Tomato Beef Stew

    Stir the mushrooms into the stew and continue to cook for about 15 minutes until they’re tender.

  9. 9

    Serve

    Step 9 - Alita’s Tomato Beef Stew

    Serve this stew in a large bowl. Mop up the tasty juices with fresh bread.

Alita's Tomato Beef Stew is a comforting, warming and absolutely delicious recipe. It’s a great fall crowd pleaser. Come back to leave a review if you make this one.

About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 (20 reviews)
Catherine Moore
June 11, 2025
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I made Alita's Tomato Beef Stew for our winter street feast, and it was a hit! The rich, tomatoey flavor was a welcome twist. It reminded me of gathering with neighbors on chilly nights, sharing warmth and good food. Really simple too.

Karen Thompson
December 30, 2023
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Delicious stew! I made this for our neighborhood feast and it was a hit. Everyone loved the special tomato flavor. It’s super easy and perfect for winter gatherings. Will definitely make it again!

Luis Fernández
December 14, 2023
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Hice el guiso de Alita para una reunión vecinal y fue un éxito total. Mis vecinos no podían dejar de servirlo. Recuerdo el frío que hacía afuera, pero este guiso me dio calor y felicidad. La mezcla de sabores es simplemente excepcional.

Yusuf
October 20, 2023
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So easy, loved!

Frank
October 10, 2023
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This stew rocks. I took it to the neighborhood feast and everyone loved it. The tomato base really sets it apart from regular stew. It’s a go to dish for chilly nights and always impresses my friends.

Bella
September 8, 2023
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Super tasty stew! My neighbors loved it at our street feast. Perfect for chilly evenings!

María
June 9, 2023
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Increíble. This stew is fantastic for our neighborhood feast. My family loves it every year as we gather to celebrate together.

Rebecca Johnson
April 27, 2023
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Super easy recipe! I made this stew for our neighborhood feast, and everyone loved it! The tomato base is a nice twist compared to the usual. It's now our go-to comfort food for the chilly nights. Highly recommend to anyone!

UnicornMom
February 17, 2023
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Fantastic! Made it for our neighborhood feast and everyone loved it! Perfect for chilly evenings!

Zachary Adams
October 26, 2022
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I love making Alita's Tomato Beef Stew for my family gatherings! The rich tomato flavor is so different and delicious. Last winter, we enjoyed it with neighbors at our street feast – everyone came back for seconds. It's super easy and always impresses. I'll definitely be making it again!

Fiona
December 27, 2021
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Best stew ever!

Chad
August 19, 2021
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Superb! This stew is lit! Made it for the street feast and everyone was raving about it. The tomato base made it feel so fresh. Can’t wait to make it again for the fam!

Tina
February 6, 2021
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Superb, my neighbors love it!

William Carter
December 2, 2020
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Superb!

Isabella
October 8, 2020
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I made Alita's Tomato Beef Stew for our neighborhood street feast. It was a hit! The tomato base is such a nice switch from regular stew. Even though it seemed like a lot of ingredients, it was super easy to put together.

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