French Beef Stew

French Beef Stew
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 25 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    1.8K

Savor the rich, comforting flavors of classic French cuisine with this hearty beef stew. Tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs simmered to perfection create a truly satisfying one-pot meal. Serve with crusty bread for dipping into the savory sauce.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    20 g
  • Cholesterol
    57 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    19 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    491 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    20 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 5 mins In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the beef cubes and flour. Seal the bag and shake well to coat the beef evenly. (5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 15 mins Heat the vegetable oil in a 6-quart Dutch oven or large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the beef in batches (do not overcrowd the pan) and brown on all sides. Season with salt and pepper. Remove the browned beef and set aside. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 hrs 15 mins Add the diced tomatoes, beef broth, carrots, potatoes, and thyme to the Dutch oven. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. (5 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Return the browned beef to the pot. Cover and simmer for 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes, or until the beef is very tender. (90 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View Stir in the Dijon mustard just before serving. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. (2 minutes)

For a richer flavor, try searing the beef in bacon fat instead of vegetable oil.
A splash of red wine added during the simmering process can enhance the depth of flavor.
This stew tastes even better the next day! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 592 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Emmet Shields

    My family loves this stew. It's a perfect comfort food on a cold day.

  • Dayne Schmitt

    I added a bay leaf and some celery. It was amazing!

  • Rylan Wiegand

    I used sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes, and it was fantastic!

  • Bernice Lemke

    The Dijon mustard really makes a difference. I never skip it!

  • Axel Yundt

    This is my go-to recipe for beef stew! So easy and delicious.

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