Hearty Red Wine Beef Stew with Rustic Vegetables 🍷🥩

Favourite Beef Stew Recipe 🍲

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6-8

Description:

Simple home-style cooking is always the best, and every culture loves a hearty stew. This version of beef stew is a beloved favorite in my family! Sometimes, I’ll add parsnips or turnips for extra flavor. On other occasions, I skip the potatoes and serve it over broad noodles. And just for that extra touch, occasionally I top it with fluffy dumplings!

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef:

   • Pat the beef dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.

2. Sear the Beef:

   • In a large, heavy saucepan, heat the olive oil and butter together over medium-high heat.
   • Add the beef and cook, stirring constantly, until browned on all sides. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
   • Remove the beef from the pot, cover, and set aside.

3. Cook the Onions:

   • In the same pot with the remaining juices, add the chopped onion.
   • Cook, stirring often, until the onion is tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.
   • If needed, add a bit more butter to the pot.

4. Create the Roux:

   • Sprinkle the flour over the onions in the pot.
   • Stir continuously to combine, cooking until the mixture turns golden brown.

5. Bring It All Together:

   • Return the seared beef to the pot.
   • Add in the bay leaf, fresh thyme sprigs, and red wine. If using wine, it’s a good idea to add it first to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
   • Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring to incorporate all the flavors.

6. Simmer:

   • Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer gently for about 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.

7. Add the Veggies:

   • After the beef is tender, add in the sliced carrots, cubed potatoes, quartered onions, and diced Italian tomatoes.
   • Continue to simmer, uncovered, for an additional 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are cooked to your liking.

8. Season and Serve:

   • Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
   • Sprinkle with freshly chopped Italian parsley before serving.

9. Enjoy! 🍽️

   • Ladle this comforting beef stew into bowls and serve piping hot.
   • It’s delicious on its own, but feel free to serve it with crusty bread or over noodles for a heartier meal.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 572.7
• Fat: 18.8g
• Saturated Fat: 6.9g
• Cholesterol: 99.4mg
• Sodium: 709.9mg
• Carbohydrates: 61.4g
• Fiber: 9.5g
• Sugar: 11.7g
• Protein: 40.8g

This hearty and flavorful beef stew is perfect for chilly winter nights or anytime you’re craving a comforting meal. With tender chunks of beef, a rich broth, and an array of colorful vegetables, it’s a complete meal in a bowl. Give this recipe a try, and make it your own by adding your favorite veggies or serving it with your preferred side dishes. Bon appétit! 🥣🍷