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Witch’s Cauldron Beef Stew Recipe

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This hearty Witch’s Cauldron Beef Stew is a flavorful, comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings. Tender beef simmered slowly with red wine, beef broth, and aromatic vegetables creates a rich, savory stew served optionally in hollowed-out bread bowls for a fun and festive presentation.

Ingredients

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Beef and Broth

  • 1 lb beef stew meat
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine

Vegetables

  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 2 potatoes, cubed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Seasonings

  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Serving

  • Hollowed-out bread bowls for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Chop the onion, slice the carrots, cube the potatoes, and mince the garlic to have all the vegetables ready.
  2. Sear Beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, brown the beef stew meat until all sides are nicely seared to develop deep flavor.
  3. Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, cooking until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add Liquids and Seasonings: Stir in the tomato paste and cook briefly, then pour in the red wine and beef broth. Add the dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
  5. Simmer Stew: Bring the stew to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer covered for about 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the beef to become tender.
  6. Add Vegetables: Add the sliced carrots and cubed potatoes to the pot. Continue simmering uncovered for an additional 30-40 minutes until vegetables are tender and the stew is thickened to your liking.
  7. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust salt and pepper as necessary. Remove bay leaf before serving.
  8. Serve: Ladle the beef stew into bowls or hollowed-out bread bowls for an immersive presentation.

Notes

  • You can substitute red wine with additional beef broth if preferred.
  • For thicker stew, mash some of the potatoes against the side of the pot and stir in.
  • This stew can be prepared a day ahead; flavors improve after resting overnight.
  • To keep the bread bowls from getting soggy, toast them lightly before filling.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven for best heat distribution during simmering.

Keywords: beef stew, hearty stew, autumn recipe, comfort food, bread bowl stew

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