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Slow-Cooked Tender Beef with Earthy Mushrooms in a Rich Glossy Brown Gravy

A comforting slow-cooked beef stew with tender chunks of beef chuck, earthy mushrooms, and a rich, glossy brown gravy.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine (or additional beef broth)
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. 1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  2. 2. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  3. 3. Add the mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid and start to brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. 4. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until darkened.
  5. 5. Return the beef to the pot. Add beef broth, red wine (if using), Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and smoked paprika. Stir well.
  6. 6. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 2 to 2.5 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is very tender.
  7. 7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.

Notes

For a thicker gravy, mix 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir into the stew during the last 15 minutes of cooking.

  • Author: Chef Stella
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Fat: 22g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Protein: 32g