Beef in Claret

May 07, 2023May 7, 20230 16
A hearty beef stew cooked in a fruity red wine sauce
in Stew

Prep

30 min

Cook

180 min

Ready In

210 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

5 ounces lean bacon
6 -8 small young onions
2 cups chopped button mushrooms
3 lbs stewing steak
4 tablespoons oil
5 cloves garlic , crushed
2 tablespoons flour
1 bottle fruity young Burgundy wine or 1 bottle beaujolais wine
salt
freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon sugar
1 bunch fresh herb

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
467
Sugar
3g
Fat
21g
Beef in Claret is a classic French dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. The dish is made by simmering beef in a rich red wine sauce until it is tender and full of flavor. The wine used in the recipe is usually a young, fruity Burgundy or Beaujolais, which gives the dish its distinctive flavor. This hearty stew is perfect for cold winter evenings, and it's also a great dish to serve to guests at a dinner party. Although it requires several hours of cooking time, the end result is well worth the effort.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2.Cut the bacon into thin strips and brown in a large pot or Dutch oven.
3.Remove the bacon and set aside.
4.Peel and slice the onions, and sauté them in the same pot until they are golden brown.
5.Add the mushrooms, and sauté for a few minutes until they start to release their liquid.
6.Remove the onions and mushrooms from the pot and set aside.
7.Cut the beef into cubes and season with salt and pepper.
8.Sear the beef in the same pot until it is browned on all sides.
9.Add the garlic, and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
10.Sprinkle the flour over the beef and stir to coat all the pieces.
11.Add the wine, sugar, and herbs to the pot, and stir to combine.
12.Return the bacon, onions, and mushrooms to the pot.
13.Cover the pot and place it in the oven.
14.Bake for 2 to 3 hours or until the beef is tender, stirring occasionally.
15.Serve hot with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

PROS

The beef is tender and flavorful thanks to the long cooking time and the red wine sauce.
This recipe is perfect for cold winter evenings or for serving to guests at a dinner party.

CONS

This recipe requires several hours of cooking time, so it’s best to plan ahead.
Additionally, the ingredients can be expensive depending on the quality of the meat and wine used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is a good source of protein, iron, and other vitamins and minerals. Red wine is also high in antioxidants, which can help protect against heart disease and other illnesses.

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