Description
French Beef Stew with Mushrooms is a comforting and hearty dish that embodies the essence of rustic French cuisine. This savory stew features tender chunks of beef simmered to perfection in a rich broth, combined with earthy mushrooms and aromatic vegetables. Ideal for family dinners or meal prepping, this recipe delivers deep flavors that evolve as it cooks, making it a meal to remember. With straightforward preparation steps, you’ll find it easy to create a gourmet experience right in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef chuck, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 6 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 lb mushrooms, quartered
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Bouquet garni (thyme, bay leaves, parsley)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping vegetables and cutting beef into chunks.
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add turkey bacon and cook until crisp; set aside.
- Season beef with salt and pepper and brown in batches in the same pot. Remove each batch when done.
- Sauté onions, carrots, and garlic until onions are translucent.
- Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir well to coat.
- Return beef and turkey bacon to pot; stir in tomato paste and bouquet garni. Bring to a boil then reduce to simmer for about 2 hours.
- Sauté mushrooms separately until golden brown; add them to the stew during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating different vegetables like potatoes or green beans. Ensure not to overcrowd the pot when browning beef for better caramelization.