Traditional French Beef Stew with Mushrooms

Craving a cozy and hearty dish that will transport you straight to a French bistro? Look no further than this classic Traditional French Beef Stew with Mushrooms!

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds of beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup of red wine
• 2 cups of beef broth
• 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 pound of baby bella mushrooms, quartered
• 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley

Instructions:

• In a large bowl, combine the beef cubes, flour, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the beef evenly.
• In a Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes in batches and brown on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.
• Add the onion and garlic to the Dutch oven and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
• Pour in the red wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
• Add the beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaves. Stir to combine.
• Return the beef to the pot and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
• Add the mushrooms and carrots to the pot and cook for an additional 30 minutes, until the beef is tender.
• Remove the bay leaves and stir in the chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 350, Fat: 15g, Carbohydrates: 12g, Protein: 40g

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