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Bistro Beef Stew

Prep30 min
Cook1h 30min
Total2h
Yield6 portions
LevelAdvanced
 
 
About This Recipe

Bistro Beef Stew is a classic French dish that brings together tender chunks of beef, slow-cooked in a rich broth made with red wine, herbs, and vegetables. This comforting stew is packed with deep flavors, making it perfect for chilly evenings or a special dinner. The slow cooking process allows the beef to become melt-in-your-mouth […]

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Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless beef
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper
  • 0.25 cup
  • 1 medium onion, — chopped
  • 3 medium carrots, — peeled and sliced
  • 1 head garlic, — separated, peeled
  • 1 cup dry red wine
  • 4 cups veal — remouillage
  • 2 medium bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon dry thyme
  • 1 tablespoon dry marjoram
  • 1 pound assorted fresh
  • 8 ounces baby carrots
  • 8 ounces sugar snap peas

Instructions

  1. 1
    Cut the meat into 1-inch pieces. Combine flour and pepper; lightly coat the beef with flour mixture. In a large pot, heat two tablespoons oil on medium setting, until smoking hot. Brown half of the meat at a time.
  2. 2

    Add onions and garlic to the pan, cook and stir over medium heat for three minutes. Add wine; cook and stir until browned bits attached to the bottom of pan dissolved. Pour in the stock and stir gently. Add mushrooms, bay leaves, thyme, and marjoram. Bring to a boil, reduce heat; cover tightly and for 45 minutes.

  3. 3
    Add the carrots; and simmer for 30 minutes or until beef cubes are tender. Add peas and simmer for another five minutes.
  4. 4
    Serve the bistro beef with Spaetzle, fresh pasta or roasted garlic mashed potatoes.
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Chef's Notes

Veal is lean and cooks quickly — watch it closely so it doesn't dry out. If you'd like to go deeper, Stock Making Fundamentals covers this in full.

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