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Red Wine Braised Beef

Delicious Red Wine Braised Beef for Cozy Nights In

A heartwarming dish of Red Wine Braised Beef, perfect for chilly evenings and gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Braise
  • 3 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Can substitute with brisket or short ribs.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for browning the beef.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or sweet onions work perfectly.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh is best.
  • 2 medium Carrots Sliced; can substitute with parsnips.
  • 2 stalks Celery Chopped.
  • 1 cup Red Wine e.g., Cabernet Sauvignon; can substitute with beef broth.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Choose gluten-free if necessary.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Adds acidity and richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves Remove before serving.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the beef chuck roast cubes with salt and pepper and brown them in batches for 4–5 minutes each side.
  3. Sauté the diced onion, sliced carrots, and chopped celery in the same pot for about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
  5. Mix in the tomato paste, then pour in the red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot.
  6. Return the browned beef to the pot with the beef broth, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves, stirring to combine.
  7. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 2-3 hours until fork-tender.
  8. Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep; flavors deepen when made ahead.

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