5-Hour Beef Stew

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 carrots, diced (about 1 pound)
• 2 celery stalks, diced (about 1 pound)
• 2 onions, chopped (about 2 pounds)
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

5 hours

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C).
2. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or braising pan over medium heat. Brown beef cubes on all sides, working in batches if necessary. Remove beef from pot and set aside.
3. Add carrots, celery, and onions to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in garlic, beef broth, red wine, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
5. Return beef cubes to the pot, cover, and braise in the oven for 4-5 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
6. Discard bay leaf before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 450 (per serving)
• Protein: 28 grams
• Fat: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and flavorful beef stew with a tender, fall-off-the-bone consistency.
• Aromatic and earthy with notes of rosemary, thyme, and red wine.
• Comforting and soul-satisfying dish perfect for a cold evening.

User Comments:

• "This stew was absolutely amazing! The beef was so tender and the flavors were incredible."
• "I loved the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make and always comes out perfect."
• "The 5-hour braising time really makes a difference in the texture of the beef. It's worth the wait!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a high-quality beef roast for best results.
• Don't overcook the stew, as the beef will become tough.
• If you don't have red wine, you can substitute with additional beef broth.
• Serve with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or crusty bread for a complete meal.