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French-Style Beef Stew

Recipe by Chef Jean-Pierre

A rich, slow‑cooked beef stew featuring chuck roast, caramelized pearl onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, and a splash of port wine, finished with baby potatoes, carrots, and Brussels sprouts. Perfect for a comforting dinner.

MediumFrenchServes 4

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Source Video
19m
Prep
3h 31m
Cook
28m
Cleanup
4h 18m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$36.40
Per serving:$9.10

Critical Success Points

  • Searing the beef without crowding the pot
  • Deglazing with port wine to capture fond
  • Thickening with flour via fine‑mesh strainer early in the cooking process
  • Low, slow simmer for 2½ hours to achieve tenderness

Safety Warnings

  • Handle hot oil and the hot pot with oven mitts to avoid burns.
  • When deglazing with alcohol, keep the flame low and stand back from vapors.

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