Description
French-Style Beef Stew with Red Wine is a comforting, flavorful dish perfect for cozy nights or special gatherings. As the beef braises in rich red wine, tender vegetables absorb savory aromas, creating a mouthwatering experience that brings friends and family together. With effortless preparation and stunning presentation, this stew is sure to impress any dinner guest while filling your home with an irresistible fragrance.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chuck roast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon)
- 4 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 large yellow onions, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tsp dried thyme (or 4 sprigs fresh thyme)
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season chuck roast with salt and pepper, then sear until browned on all sides (about 4 minutes per side). Remove from pot.
- Add onions and garlic to the pot; sauté until translucent (about 2 minutes).
- Pour in red wine, scraping up brown bits from the bottom. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Return beef to the pot along with carrots and beef broth. Add thyme and bay leaves, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover tightly and cook on low heat for 2-3 hours until beef is fork-tender. Adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 98mg