Brown Gravy Dish

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 pounds of beef tenderloin, trimmed and cut into cubes
• 1 cup of all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons of salt
• 1 teaspoon of black pepper
• 2 cups of beef broth
• 1 cup of chicken broth
• 1 small bunch of fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons of tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 45 minutes
• Cooking Time: 2 hours

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cube the beef tenderloin and dust with flour, salt, and pepper.
2. In a large pot, combine the beef cubes, beef broth, chicken broth, thyme, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce (if using).
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for about 2 hours or until the beef is tender.
4. Strain the gravy through a fine sieve into a clean pot, pressing on the solids to extract all the liquid.
5. Bring the gravy back to a boil and season with salt and pepper if needed. Adjust the thickness by adding more broth or flour paste if desired.
6. Serve hot with your favorite side dishes.

Nutritional Information: (per serving)

• Calories: 400-500 (depending on the amount of flour used)
• Protein: 30-40g
• Fat: 20-30g (including saturated fat)
• Carbohydrates: 20-30g (including fiber)

Dish Characteristics:

• A rich and hearty dish with a deep, brown gravy made from beef broth and tomato paste.
• The dish has a rich flavor with a hint of spiciness from the pepper and Worcestershire sauce.
• The beef is tender and falls off the bone after being cooked for a long time in the gravy.

User Comments:

• "This dish was amazing! The gravy was so flavorful and the beef was so tender."
• "I added some red wine to enhance the flavor, it went really well with the dish."
• "This dish was perfect for a cold winter night. The gravy was so hearty and comforting."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a high-quality beef broth for best results.
• If you want a thicker gravy, you can add a little flour paste during the last step of cooking.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your preference. If you like it spicy, you can add more black pepper or a bit of cayenne pepper.