Description
This Witch’s Cauldron Beef Stew is the perfect hearty and comforting dish for Halloween or any cozy evening. Tender beef, aromatic vegetables, and a flavorful broth come together to create a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Beef Stew:
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, diced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Pat beef dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot. Sear beef cubes until browned, then set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Add Flavor: Stir in tomato paste and flour, then pour in beef broth and wine. Return beef to the pot.
- Simmer: Add Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, paprika, and potatoes. Simmer covered for 2-2 1/2 hours.
- Finish: Remove bay leaves, add peas, and cook for another 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- For a spooky Halloween touch, serve the stew in mini cauldrons or bread bowls.
- The flavors deepen when the stew is refrigerated and eaten the next day.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Stew
- Method: Stovetop, Simmering
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
