Hearty Witch’s Cauldron Beef Stew: The Ultimate Cozy Delight
Hearty Witch's Cauldron Beef Stew is a comforting dish perfect for chilly nights, combining tender beef with rich flavors.
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Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Equipment
- Large Pot
Ingredients
For the Stew
- 2 pounds Beef Stew Meat Chuck or round cuts
- 4 cups Beef Broth Low-sodium preferred
- 1 cup Red Wine Dry red wine like Merlot
- 3 cups Carrots Chopped
- 2 cups Potatoes Yukon Gold or red, cubed
- 1 large Onion Chopped yellow onion
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
For Serving
- 1 loaf Crusty Bread
- 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Chopped parsley or thyme
Instructions
Steps
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the beef stew meat until seared on all sides, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato paste and dried thyme, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits stuck to the pot. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Mix in the beef broth, chopped carrots, and cubed potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
- Let the stew simmer uncovered for 1.5 to 2 hours until the beef is tender. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper just before serving.
Notes
Use fresh garlic and herbs for the best flavor. Adjust thickness as needed by simmering uncovered longer or adding broth.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 850mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 20mg