Description
Indulge in the heartwarming delight of French Countryside Beef and Mushroom Stew, a perfect dish for cozy evenings and festive gatherings. This stew combines tender beef chuck, savory bacon, and earthy mushrooms simmered slowly with aromatic herbs and rich red wine. Each bite envelops you in warmth and comfort, evoking the rustic charm of the French countryside. Whether served over creamy mashed potatoes or with crusty bread for dipping, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. Easy to prepare and even better the next day, it’s an ideal choice for meal prep or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs beef chuck
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 large onion
- 3 carrots
- 2 cups mushrooms
- 1 cup red wine
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 garlic cloves
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Chop vegetables and cut beef into pieces.
- Brown the bacon in a heavy pot until crispy, then remove.
- Sear beef chunks in the same pot until browned; set aside.
- Sauté onions and carrots for 5 minutes, add garlic.
- Return bacon and beef to pot; add mushrooms, red wine, broth, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaves.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer covered for about 2 hours.
- Remove bay leaves; season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Use high-quality ingredients for best flavor. Browning meat properly adds depth to the stew. Feel free to customize with additional vegetables or different meats.