French-Style Beef Stew: Indulgent Recipe with Turkey Bacon and Veggies
Indulge in this hearty and flavorful French-Style Beef Stew, enriched with red wine and vibrant vegetables, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into cubes
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups red wine
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy.
- Add the beef cubes to the pot and brown on all sides.
- Stir in the onions and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Add the carrots and potatoes, followed by the red wine and broth.
- Stir in the tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaves.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- For a thicker stew, you can add a slurry of cornstarch and water during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Serves well with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: French-Style Beef Stew, Beef Stew, Red Wine Stew, Comfort Food