French Beef Stew
Hearty French beef stew made with tender beef and flavorful vegetables.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds Beef Stew MeatCut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
- ●2 medium OnionChopped
- ●4 medium CarrotsChopped
- ●3 medium PotatoesChopped
- ●1 cup MushroomsSliced
- ●1 cup Red WineDry red wine
- ●2 cups Beef BrothLow-sodium
- ●2 tablespoons Tomato PasteDissolved in a little water
- ●2 sprigs ThymeFresh or 1 teaspoon dried
- ●1 teaspoon SaltTo taste
- ●1/2 teaspoon Black PepperTo taste
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Brown the beef cubes in batches until browned on all sides.
- 3
Remove the browned beef from the pot and set aside.
- 4
Reduce the heat to medium and add the chopped onion to the pot.
- 5
Cook the onion until softened and lightly browned.
- 6
Add the chopped carrots and potatoes to the pot.
- 7
Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 8
Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook for 2 minutes.
- 9
Add the red wine to the pot and cook until the liquid is almost completely reduced.
- 10
Add the beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot.
- 11
Return the browned beef to the pot and bring to a boil.
- 12
Cover the pot and transfer it to the oven.
- 13
Bake for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- 14
Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme if desired.