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Hearty Beef Stew in a Bread Bowl for Cozy Meals


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  • Author: everlie
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A comforting and hearty beef stew served in a warm bread bowl, perfect for cozy meals.


Ingredients

  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 carrots, sliced
  • 3 stalks celery, sliced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups potatoes, diced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large round bread loaves (sourdough or French)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and brown them on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the beef and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add the carrots and celery to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Return the browned beef to the pot. Stir in the beef broth, diced potatoes, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
  5. While the stew is simmering, prepare the bread bowls. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cut the tops off the bread loaves and hollow out the insides, leaving about a 1-inch thick wall. Save the bread you remove for later use or as croutons.
  6. Place the hollowed bread bowls on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until they are slightly crispy.
  7. Once the stew is ready, ladle it into the warm bread bowls and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a thicker stew, mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water and stir it into the stew during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
  • Add your favorite vegetables, such as peas or green beans, during the last 15 minutes of cooking for extra flavor and nutrition.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg