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Witch’s Cauldron Beef Stew

Witch’s Cauldron Beef Stew: A Cozy Bowl of Comfort

Witch’s Cauldron Beef Stew is a heartwarming one-pot meal featuring tender beef and seasonal vegetables.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 lbs Beef Chuck Substitute with brisket or round if desired.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For browning the beef.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 4 cups Beef Stock
  • 1 cup Red Wine Dry variety like Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot.
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Remove before serving.
For the Vegetables
  • 3 medium Carrots Chopped.
  • 2 medium Potatoes Cut into even pieces.
  • 8 oz Mushrooms Quartered.
  • 1 cup Pearl Onions
  • 1 cup Peas Added at the end.
For the Finish
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the Beef: Generously season beef chuck cubes with salt and pepper on all sides.
  2. Brown the Beef: In a large pot, heat olive oil and sear beef cubes in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Sauté the Onions: Reduce heat and sauté diced onion for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Create the Roux: Sprinkle in flour and stir for about 2 minutes to thicken.
  6. Add Liquids: Slowly pour in beef stock and wine, scraping up browned bits.
  7. Mix in Tomato Paste and Herbs: Stir in tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaf. Return beef to the pot.
  8. Simmer the Base: Cover and let simmer on low heat for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  9. Add Vegetables: After 1 hour, add carrots, potatoes, mushrooms, and pearl onions.
  10. Continue Simmering: Cover and simmer for another 45 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  11. Final Touches: Stir in peas and Worcestershire sauce in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  12. Serve and Garnish: Discard bay leaf, adjust seasoning, and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best flavor, consider allowing the stew to rest overnight before serving.

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