Trefethen Cabernet Beef Stew
Cabernet Sauvignon’s ripe, focused flavors of cherry, boysenberry, and blackcurrant are complemented by soft notes of cedar, bay leaf, and a savory earthiness compliment this hearty stew.
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp freshly ground pepper
- 1 lb beef stewing meat, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup Trefethen Cabernet Sauvignon
- 2 Tbsp tomato paste
- 3 ½ cups beef broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 12 pearl onions, peeled & chopped
- 5 medium carrots, peeled & cut into ¼ -inch rounds
- 12 small golden potatoes, peeled and cut into ¾ -inch cubes
- salt and pepper to taste
Procedure
- 1Combine the flour and pepper in a bowl, add the beef and toss to coat well.
- 2Heat the oil in a large pot. Add the beef a few pieces at a time; do not overcrowd the pot, browning the meat in batches if necessary. Turn pieces until beef is browned on all sides, cooking about 5 minutes per batch, adding more oil as needed. between batches.
- 3Remove the beef from the pot and add the onions. Cook over medium-high heat, scraping the pan with a wooden spoon to loosen any browned bits. Add the tomato paste and cook dry.
- 4Add wine to the pot and bring to a simmer. Return the beef to the pot, adding the broth and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a slow simmer.
- 5Skimming the broth from time to time, cook stew until the beef is tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Add the carrots and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes. Add the potatoes and cook until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes more. Add more broth or water if the stew becomes dry.
- 6Remove from heat, season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve and enjoy.
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