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Italian Beef Stew

Italian Beef Stew

Discover the rich flavors of Italian Beef Stew, a slow-cooked masterpiece perfect for cozy dinners. Packed with tender beef and aromatic herbs. Buon appetito!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Cooking Method Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz turkey bacon or pancetta, diced (optional)
  • 3 lb beef chuck or brisket, cut into 3 large pieces
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 sprig thyme or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 sprig rosemary or 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 bay leaves bay leaves

Equipment

  • Large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Slow cooker (optional)
  • Kitchen knife

Method
 

  1. Cook the diced turkey bacon or pancetta in a large oven-safe pot over medium heat until crispy, then set aside.
  2. Season the beef generously with salt and pepper and sear it in the rendered fat until it develops a deep brown crust, then transfer to a plate.
  3. In the same pot, toss in the onions, carrots, and celery, and let soften for about 7–10 minutes, then add garlic and red pepper flakes for one minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in beef broth and crushed tomatoes, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom, then stir in thyme, rosemary, Italian seasoning, bay leaves, and the bacon. Return the beef to the pot, ensuring it’s submerged, cover and cook.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 38gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 20mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep; the flavors improve overnight and taste amazing as leftovers. Serve with crusty bread or polenta to soak up the rich sauce, and garnish with parsley or grated Parmesan for added flair. Enjoy!
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