To prepare a venison beef stew stews recipe, combine the following ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. ground beef 2 lbs. chopped onions 1 pound chopped celery 1 cup chopped thyme 1 teaspoon each kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 1 tablespoon dried or fresh oregano 2 teaspoons dried paprika Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Place the beef and onion mixture in the roasting pan and roast until the meat is browned on all sides, about 1 hour. Add the remaining ingredients and cook for an additional 15 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and add the tomato paste. Cook the sauce over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until thickened and bubbly. Serve with sour cream and guacamole. Makes 4 servings.