Description
Witch’s Cauldron Beef Stew is a delightful and hearty dish that brings together tender beef, flavorful root vegetables, and a splash of red wine for a rich experience. Perfect for cozy evenings or Halloween gatherings, this stew not only satisfies your taste buds but also creates a fun, spooky presentation when served in hollowed-out bread bowls. With minimal active cooking time and easy-to-follow steps, it’s a recipe that invites both beginners and seasoned cooks to indulge in the magic of fall flavors.
Ingredients
- 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 on all sides.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened (3–5 minutes).
- Stir in tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaf.
- Deglaze with red wine by scraping up browned bits from the pot.
- Add beef broth, carrots, and potatoes; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until meat is tender.
- Serve in hollowed-out bread bowls or regular bowls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg