Description
Witch’s Cauldron Beef Stew is the ultimate dish for chilly nights and Halloween festivities. This hearty stew combines tender beef, vibrant root vegetables, and a splash of red wine to create a rich, comforting meal that warms the soul. Presented in hollowed-out bread bowls, it adds a delightful twist to your dinner table, making it perfect for cozy family gatherings or spooky celebrations. With its easy preparation and versatile ingredients, this stew is sure to become a seasonal favorite.
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
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the beef stew meat until evenly seared.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
- Stir in tomato paste, dried thyme, and bay leaf; cook briefly to release flavors.
- Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping up any browned bits.
- Add beef broth along with carrots and potatoes; mix well.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Let simmer uncovered for 1.5 to 2 hours until meat is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving in hollowed-out bread bowls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg