Segregated Stew

When I was growing up my dad would make these big pots of "you should be grateful" stew. With 6 kids in the house it was usually enough to feed us for a few days. Very smart and economical. And no thank you. 

I was ungrateful. I hated the veggies cooked with the meat. I despised all the weird chunks and textures forced together in a pot. I prefer segregation when it comes to most meat and veggies. And then we'd eat it the next day. And sometimes even the next. I'm now 44 and still haven't made stew. 

Instead, I make Segregated Stew. I cook the meat and then have it over rice, or with mashed potatoes, and veggies on the side. THE WAY IT BELONGS.

When I make my stew meat I cook it on low in a crock pot for 6-8 hours on low. Tonight I thought I'd give it a go with the Instant Pot. I took 2 pounds of pre-cut stew meat, a package of brown gravy mix, and 1/4 cup water. Dumped it in the Pot and set it for the default stew setting for 35 minutes. Then I crawled into the tub with some Epsom salt. #crossfit #soreness #feelingmyage

It beeped when it was done, de-pressurized on its own and the pot kept it on warm setting until I got to it. It was fork tender and perfect. Also, I'll be donating my crockpot and will never ever use it again. We continue to be amazed every time at how the dreaded meal prep is just simple and finally realistic.

I love my Pot.