The Timing Mistake That's Killing Your Beef Stew - Chowhound

Rudisill/Getty Images There are plenty of common mistakes people make when it comes to beef stew, but not giving the dish enough time to cook is one of the easiest ones to avoid. When you give the stew enough time, you get the tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture you crave instead of the tough, chewy beef that undercooking produces. The key to perfect beef stew lies in being aware of this fact. Rushing through the…