Bavarian Beef Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the savory flavors of Bavarian Beef, a hearty dish perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends. Despite the seemingly intricate steps, fear not, for the journey to this culinary delight is simpler than it appears. Pair it with a slice of hearty rye or pumpernickel bread to elevate your dining experience.
- Cuisine: German, European
- Meal Type: Weeknight Dinner
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Inexpensive
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 467.8 per serving
- Fat: 32.1g
- Saturated Fat: 12.3g
- Cholesterol: 104.3mg
- Sodium: 359.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 10.1g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3.8g
- Protein: 28.9g
Ingredients:
- 2-3 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 2 kosher dill pickles, sliced
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup German mustard
- 1/3 cup fresh coarse ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp bay leaves
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1 onion, diced
Instructions:
Prep Time | Cook Time | Total Time |
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30 minutes | 8 hours | 8 hours 30 minutes |
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Trim Fat: Begin by trimming any excess fat from the beef chuck roast.
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Brown Roast: In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown the roast on all sides until golden brown, creating a flavorful crust.
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Prepare Crock Pot: While the roast is browning, prepare your crock pot. Place chopped carrots, onions, 3/4 of the sliced pickles, and celery into the crock pot, creating a bed of vegetables.
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Layer Meat: Once the roast is browned, transfer it to the crock pot, positioning it on top of the bed of vegetables. If needed, cut the roast to fit the crock pot.
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Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together dry red wine or beef broth, German mustard, fresh coarse ground black pepper, ground cloves, and bay leaves to create a flavorful sauce.
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Pour Sauce Over Meat: Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the meat, ensuring it is well coated.
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Slow Cook: Cover the crock pot and cook on LOW for 8 to 10 hours, or on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together and the meat to become tender and succulent.
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Prepare Gravy: Once the meat is cooked, carefully remove it from the crock pot and place it on a serving platter, keeping it warm.
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Skim Fat: Transfer the cooking liquid from the crock pot to a 2-quart saucepan. Skim off any excess fat from the surface and discard.
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Thicken Gravy: In a small bowl, combine flour with the remaining 2 tablespoons of wine or broth. Stir this mixture into the cooking liquid in the saucepan.
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Cook Gravy: Cook and stir the gravy over medium heat until it thickens and becomes bubbly, creating a luscious sauce to accompany the beef.
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Warm Vegetables: Add the cooked vegetables back into the gravy, stirring gently to combine. Allow the vegetables to warm through for one to two minutes.
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Serve: Serve the tender Bavarian beef alongside the vegetable gravy and your choice of noodles, garnishing with the remaining sliced pickles and chopped bacon for an extra burst of flavor.
Tips:
- For extra flavor, marinate the beef in the sauce mixture overnight before cooking.
- Serve with a side of mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the delicious gravy.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave for a quick and satisfying meal. Enjoy! 🍖🥕🍷