Description
Witch’s Cauldron Beef Stew is a heartwarming dish perfect for cozy nights and festive gatherings. This flavorful stew combines tender beef with savory root vegetables, all simmered in rich beef broth and a splash of red wine for depth. Served in hollowed-out bread bowls, it not only satisfies the palate but also adds a whimsical touch to your Halloween celebrations or family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef stew meat
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 potatoes, cubed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the beef stew meat until seared on all sides.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
- Stir in tomato paste, dried thyme, and bay leaf; mix well.
- Pour in red wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Add beef broth along with sliced carrots and cubed potatoes; stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg