Epicurean Beef Casserole

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 0

Hearty and Flavorful Epicurean Beef Casserole Recipe

by The Chefin Beef

Prep

30 min

Cook

4 hours

Ready In

4 hours 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

495

Sugar

Fat

18g

Epicurean beef casserole is a flavorful and hearty dish that everyone loves. This dish has been a favorite for many years due to its rich and savory flavors. This recipe uses consomme and red wine which provides a robust flavor and makes it more unique compared to other beef casseroles. The breadcrumbs make the dish slightly crunchy while the beef is tender, making it a satisfying meal for everyone.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	In a large pot, saute onions until golden brown.
3.	Add the beef and brown on all sides, seasoning with salt and pepper.
4.	Mix in the red wine and consomme, bring to boil, and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let simmer for 2-3 hours until the meat is tender.
5.	Once the meat is tender, mix together the flour and breadcrumbs and sprinkle over the beef mixture. Mix well.
6.	Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and bake in preheated oven for 1 hour until the top is golden brown.

PROS

This beef casserole is a classic comfort food and perfect for colder months.
It is also a great make-ahead meal, and leftovers can be stored in the fridge for a few days.

CONS

This recipe requires a long cooking time and can be time-consuming.
It is also a higher-calorie meal due to the use of breadcrumbs and flour.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This beef casserole is high in protein and iron which is essential for maintaining healthy muscles and red blood cells. The use of onions and red wine in this recipe provides antioxidants which can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases. However, this recipe should be consumed in moderation due to its higher calorie content.

	2 lbs stew beef
	1 cup red wine , burgundy
	1 can consomme
	1 teaspoon salt
	1/4 teaspoon pepper
	2 medium onions , sliced
	1/2 cup bread , crumbs fine , dry
	1/2 cup flour