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Braised Beef Polenta

Braised Beef Polenta

Indulge in the rich flavors of Braised Beef Polenta, a comforting dish with tender beef and creamy polenta perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 kg chuck roast cut into cubes
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion peeled and chopped
  • 2 medium carrots peeled and chopped
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic sliced
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 3 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley
  • 2 dried bay leaves
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt for the polenta
  • 1 cup dry polenta
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 0.5 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven
  • Whisk
  • Large spoon or spatula
  • Oven-safe lid
  • Serving utensils

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a large resealable bag, toss the beef cubes with 1 tablespoon of flour, salt, and pepper until coated.
  3. Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over high heat and sear the beef until golden brown on all sides, then remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pot, add onions, carrots, celery, garlic, parsley, and rosemary, cooking for 8–10 minutes until softened.
  5. If needed, add a splash more oil, stir in the remaining flour, and cook for 6–7 minutes until golden.
  6. Pour in beef broth, tomato sauce, and bay leaves, bring to a gentle boil, return the beef and veggies to the pot, cover, and bake for 3–4 hours.
  7. About 45 minutes before serving, boil vegetable broth, water, and salt; whisk in polenta gradually, stirring until thickened.
  8. Stir in butter and Parmigiano-Reggiano into the polenta, let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  9. Serve the braised beef over the creamy polenta with a garnish of fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Don't skip the browning step; it locks in flavor. Use freshly grated Parmesan for superior taste. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days or can be frozen for longer storage. Enhance the dish with a drizzle of high-quality olive oil and additional Parmesan before serving. Feel free to customize with different vegetables, like bell peppers or zucchini.
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