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Wild Mushroom Beef

Wild Mushroom Beef

A hearty Wild Mushroom Beef stew with rich flavors and tender textures. Perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions. Easy to make and utterly delicious.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 460
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 900 g beef cut into medium-sized cubes
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 450 g mixed wild mushrooms roughly chopped
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 250 ml cognac
  • q.s. olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 liter beef broth

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven
  • Tongs
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven-safe lid
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Season the beef generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot until shimmering.
  3. Add the beef in batches and sear until golden-brown, then set aside.
  4. In the same pot, add onions, garlic, thyme, bay leaf, and mushrooms; sauté for about 10 minutes.
  5. Return the beef to the pot and sprinkle flour over everything; stir well.
  6. Pour in the cognac and flambé if desired.
  7. Pour in enough beef broth to nearly cover the ingredients, cover the pot, and transfer to a preheated oven at 160°C (325°F).
  8. After 30 minutes, lower the temperature to 135°C (275°F) and cook for another 90 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 540mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For extra umami, consider adding a splash of soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. It also freezes well for up to 3 months.
Feel free to substitute button or cremini mushrooms if wild mushrooms are unavailable, and adjust seasonings based on your taste preferences.
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