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Beef Stew

Beef Stew

A classic beef stew with meltingly tender beef smothered in a rich sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Course Mains
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 605 kcal

Equipment

  • Casserole pot
  • spoon
  • knife
  • cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 1.2 kg chuck beef, cut into 3.5 cm cubes Note 1
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 3 tablespoon olive oil, divided
  • 1 large onion, halved and sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 carrots, cut into 2.5 cm pieces
  • 2 celery stalks, cut into 2.5 cm pieces
  • ⅓ cup flour
  • 3 cups beef broth / stock, salt reduced
  • 2 cups red wine, bold and dry Note 2
  • 2 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 bay leaves fresh or dried
  • 4 sprigs thyme
  • 400 g baby potatoes, halved
  • More salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 1 ½ tablespoon oil in a large, heavy based casserole pot over high heat until just starting to smoke.
  • Add ⅓ of the beef and brown aggressively all over - about 4 minutes. Remove to bowl, repeat with remaining beef, adding more oil if required.
  • Turn down heat to medium high. Add 1 tablespoon oil if required. Add onion and garlic, cook for 2 minutes until onion is softened slightly and golden on the edge.
  • Add carrot and celery, stir for 1 minute to coat in flavours.
  • Sprinkle flour evenly across surface, then stir to coat.
  • Add broth, red wine, tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to dissolve tomato paste and flour into liquid.
  • Add cooked beef (including any juices), thyme, bay leaf and potato. Stir. Water level should almost fully cover everything, if not, add a touch of water.
  • Bring to simmer, then adjust heat to low / medium low so it's simmering gently.
  • Cover and cook for 1 hour 45 minutes or until beef is pretty tender.
  • Remove lid and simmer for further 30 minutes or until sauce reduces slightly.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve over creamy mashed potato with a sprig of fresh thyme or a sprinkle of parsley.

Notes

Any slow cooking cut of beef will work. 99% of the alcohol in the red wine evaporates during cooking. For alternatives, see the cooking methods section.

Nutrition

Serving: 522gCalories: 605kcal
Keyword Beef Recipes, beef stew, Comfort Food, easy dinner, Hearty Meals, Slow Cooker
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