Classic French Beef Stew
This Classic French Beef Stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines tender beef, crispy bacon, and a medley of vegetables simmered in a rich broth. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it showcases the essence of traditional French cuisine.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 210 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 kilogram beef, cubed
- 150 grams bacon, cubed
- 500 ml beef broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 small onions, peeled
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bunch garlic (thyme, bay leaves, and parsley tied together)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 250 grams mushrooms, quartered
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add bacon and cook until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the beef cubes in batches and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Add the remaining olive oil, onions, and carrots to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the onions begin to brown.
- Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Return the beef and bacon to the pot. Sprinkle with flour and stir until the meat is evenly coated.
- Add the beef broth, garlic bunch, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 to 3 hours or until beef is tender.
- In the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the mushrooms.
- Adjust the seasoning, garnish with fresh parsley, then serve.
Nutrition
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 150mg