Instant Pot Beef Stew with Vegetables and Seasoning Mix

Name: Instant Pot Beef Stew with Vegetables and Seasoning Mix
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: English
Ingredients: 1 package McCormick Slow Cookers Hearty Beef Stew Seasoning; 1 1/3 cups water; 1 tbsp oil; 2 pounds beef stew meat, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 cups potatoes, cubed; 1 1/2 cups carrots, peeled and cubed; 1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges; 1/2 cup celery, sliced

A hearty, one-pot beef stew made in the Instant Pot using McCormick's seasoning mix for deep, savory flavor. Tender beef cubes are browned and pressure cooked with potatoes, carrots, onions, and celery until fork-tender. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or meal prep, this comforting stew delivers home-cooked taste in just 30 minutes of pressure cooking time.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 35 min
Yield: 8 servings
Level: medium
Cuisine: English

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Ingredients

8 servings

1 package McCormick Slow Cookers Hearty Beef Stew Seasoning
1 ⅓ cups water
1 tbsp oil
butter1:1milkadds dairy
Richer flavor for browning
Full guide →
2 pounds beef stew meat, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
lamb stew meat1:1
Works well but changes flavor profile
Full guide →
2 cups potatoes, cubed
1 ½ cups carrots, peeled and cubed
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
½ cup celery, sliced

Method

8 steps

1
Mix seasoning and water in medium bowl until blended and set aside
2
Heat oil in Instant Pot on sauté function
3
Add meat to pot and cook stirring for 5 minutes until lightly browned
4
Add vegetables and pour in seasoning mixture
5
Close lid and set valve to seal
6
Set to cook for 30 minutes on meat/stew function until meat and vegetables are tender
7
Quick release pressure when done
8
Open lid once pressure is completely released

Tips

Tip 1

Brown the beef in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding and ensure proper searing for better flavor development

Tip 2

Cut vegetables into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking during pressure cooking

Good to Know

Storage

Refrigerate up to 4 days in airtight container

Make Ahead

Can be made 1 day ahead and reheated gently

Serve With

Serve hot with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes

See pairing guide →

Common Mistakes

Watch

Don't skip browning the meat to avoid bland flavor

Watch

Ensure valve is properly sealed to avoid steam escaping during cooking

Substitutions

beef stew meat→

lamb stew meat1:1

Works well but changes flavor profile

Full guide →

oil→

butter1:1milkadds dairy

Richer flavor for browning

Full guide →

McCormick seasoning mix→

homemade beef stock + herbs1 packet = 2 cups stock

More control over sodium

Find more substitutions →

FAQ

Can I use frozen vegetables?

Yes, add frozen vegetables directly without thawing but cooking time may need slight adjustment

What if I don't have the seasoning packet?

Use 2 cups beef broth with 1 tsp each garlic powder, onion powder, and herbs

How long will leftovers keep?

Store refrigerated for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months