Beef in Cream Sauce Recipe
Cook Time: 3 hours
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
Description: This delightful Beef in Cream Sauce is a fantastic make-ahead dish that promises to impress your guests. Perfectly paired with buttered noodles, a fresh salad, and crusty rolls, this recipe guarantees you’ll have no leftovers. Trust me; it’s utterly delicious!
Recipe Category
- Roast Beef
Keywords
- Meat
- Less than 4 Hours
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Crisco shortening |
| 2 | Water |
| 1/2 | Butter |
| 1/2 | Heavy cream |
| 2 | Garlic cloves, minced |
| 1/4 | Lemon juice |
| 1 1/2 | Salt |
| 3/4 | Pepper |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1192.6 |
| Total Fat | 104.5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 51.6 g |
| Cholesterol | 355 mg |
| Sodium | 899.7 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 3.6 g |
| Fiber | 0.1 g |
| Sugar | 0.3 g |
| Protein | 57.9 g |
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven, heat the Crisco shortening over medium-high heat, and slowly brown the beef on all sides until it develops a rich color, creating a flavorful crust.
- Generously season the beef with salt and pepper to enhance its natural flavors.
- Add water to the pot, cover, and allow the meat to simmer gently (do not boil) for approximately 3 hours or until the beef is incredibly tender and easy to slice.
- Once tender, carefully remove the beef from the Dutch oven and let it rest for about 20 minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
- Reserve the pan juices for another dish to elevate its flavor profile in the future.
For the Cream Sauce:
- In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it bubbles and just starts to brown slightly, which will add a nutty flavor to the sauce.
- Incorporate the heavy cream, minced garlic, lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Stir well and allow to cook for about 3 minutes, just enough to meld the flavors without boiling.
- Spoon half of the cream sauce into a glass, heatproof 9×12 cake pan or casserole dish.
- Arrange the sliced beef in the pan, overlapping the slices for an attractive presentation, then pour the remaining sauce over the top, ensuring the beef is well-coated.
- Cover the dish and refrigerate it until you’re ready to serve. For best results, prepare this dish a day in advance to allow the flavors to blend beautifully.
- When you’re ready to enjoy this dish, let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes while preheating your oven to 350°F. Bake for approximately 20-35 minutes, or until the dish is heated through and the flavors are delightful.
This recipe showcases a delectable combination of tender beef and a rich cream sauce that is sure to be the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Enjoy your meal!
