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A deep black cauldron-shaped bowl filled with rich, chunky beef stew featuring tender beef pieces, vegetables, and herbs, garnished with fresh thyme on a rustic wooden table with moonlit ambiance.

Witch’s Cauldron Hearty Beef Stew

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A rich and flavorful beef stew cooked in a hearty broth with tender beef chunks, carrots, potatoes, and aromatic herbs, perfect for a spooky themed dinner.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck stew meat, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 carrots, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, diced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown beef cubes until seared on all sides.
  2. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
  3. Pour in beef broth and red wine, then stir in tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add carrots and potatoes, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
  5. Cover and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender and flavors are melded.

Notes

For a thicker stew, mash some potatoes or add a cornstarch slurry during cooking. For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort-food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 380 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 920mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg