When the temperatures drop, or you simply crave a meal that wraps you in warmth and rich flavor, a classic beef stew is often ...

Pour the leftover brisket cooking liquid through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl to remove any solid bits or spice remnants. Use a measuring cup to portion out exactly 2 cups of the strained liquid.

As the original recipe notes, a nutty dark beer adds richness and depth to the stew, but be careful not to choose a beer that's super-hoppy; it will taste too bitter.

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Stir mushrooms, pearl onions, mustard, and vinegar into beef mixture. Cook, uncovered, until thickened, about 15 minutes. Turn off pressure cooker; discard herb bundle and bay leaves.

Add olive oil to the Instant Pot and set to “Sauté”. In a shallow medium-sized bowl, combine flour, ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper. Add beef, tossing to evenly coat in flour.

The Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond has a number of hearty stew recipes that are perfect dinners for cold weather. One of her favorites is Ancho Beef Stew with Cheesy Grits that’s made in an Instant Pot.