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A steaming black cauldron-shaped bowl filled with rich beef stew, topped with fresh herbs, surrounded by vegetables and rustic wooden background, inviting and hearty with thick sauce and tender beef pieces.

Magic Cauldron Beef Stew for Cozy Nights

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A flavorful, slow-cooked beef stew packed with tender beef chunks, aromatic herbs, and hearty vegetables, perfect for warming up cold nights.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 carrots, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, diced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
  3. Add browned beef back to the pot along with carrots, potatoes, herbs, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour in beef broth and red wine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 hours until beef is tender.
  5. Adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For a thicker stew, mash a few potatoes into the broth before serving.
  • Use your favorite root vegetables for variations.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Method: Slow-cooked
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg