Description
Explore delicious beef broth recipes that will warm your soul! From classic beef stew to elegant French onion soup, discover the versatility and rich flavor beef broth brings to every dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 8 cups beef broth
- 1 lb potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sear the Beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and sear on all sides until browned. This step is crucial for developing rich flavor.
- Sauté Vegetables: Remove the beef from the pot and set aside. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic, thyme, and rosemary, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Combine and Simmer: Return the beef to the pot. Pour in the beef broth, ensuring the beef is submerged. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- Add Potatoes and Peas: Add the potatoes to the stew and continue to simmer for another 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender. Stir in the frozen peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use beef stock instead of beef broth.
- Add a bay leaf for extra depth of flavor. Remember to remove it before serving.
- Serve with crusty bread for dipping into the delicious broth.
- Adjust the amount of salt and pepper to your liking.
- For a thicker stew, you can add a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water) to the stew during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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