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Irresistible Beef Stew Recipe with Red Wine for Cozy Nights

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A rich and flavorful beef stew with red wine, hearty vegetables, and tender beef, perfect for cozy nights and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 3 stalks celery, chopped
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup dry red wine (e.g., Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot)
  • 2–3 bay leaves
  • A few sprigs of fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef chunks dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches, ensuring you don’t overcrowd the pan. Transfer the browned beef to your Dutch oven.
  3. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  4. Stir the tomato paste and flour into the vegetables. This helps thicken the stew and adds a rich flavor.
  5. Pour the red wine into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to let the alcohol cook off.
  6. Transfer the vegetable and wine mixture into the Dutch oven with the beef. Add the potatoes, beef broth, bay leaves, and thyme.
  7. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer it cooks, the more tender the beef becomes.
  8. Remove the bay leaves and thyme sprigs before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes.

Notes

[‘Don’t skip the searing step for deep flavor.’, ‘Choose a dry red wine like Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon.’, ‘Cook the stew slowly over low heat for tender beef.’, ‘Taste and adjust seasoning in the last 30 minutes of cooking.’, ‘Layer flavors by searing, adding aromatics, and finishing with herbs and wine.’]

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Keywords: beef stew, red wine, comfort food, cozy nights, hearty meal, family dinner, slow cooking, beef recipe

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