Beef Stew with Chocolate Recipe

Name: Beef Stew with Chocolate
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 cup frozen sliced carrots; 1 (8-ounce) package sliced brown mushrooms; 3 cups diced red potatoes; 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes; 2 tablespoons finely grated bittersweet chocolate; 1 teaspoon crushed garlic; 1 (1.5-ounce) packet meatloaf seasoning (recommended: McCormick); 1 (14-ounce) can low-sodium beef broth; 1 cup red wine, preferably Merlot; 1 leek, white part only, sliced and cleaned

Servings: persons

2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
1 teaspoon ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup frozen sliced carrots
1 (8-ounce) package sliced brown mushrooms
3 cups diced red potatoes
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons finely grated bittersweet chocolate
1 teaspoon crushed garlic
1 (1.5-ounce) packet meatloaf seasoning (recommended: McCormick)
1 (14-ounce) can low-sodium beef broth
1 cup red wine, preferably Merlot
1 leek, white part only, sliced and cleaned

1
In a large bowl combine beef stew meat, salt, pepper and flour.
2
Toss until beef is well coated.
3
Heat the canola in a large saute pan over high heat.
4
Add seasoned beef and sear on all sides until brown and caramelized.
5
Remove to a plate and set aside.
6
Combine seared beef, carrots, mushrooms, potatoes and tomatoes in a 4-quart slow cooker.
7
In a medium bowl, stir together grated chocolate, garlic, meatloaf packet, beef broth, and red wine.
8
Pour into slow cooker and sprinkle the leeks over the top.
9
Cover and cook on HIGH setting for 4 to 6 hours.
10
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
11
Serve hot.

865

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning, 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Beef Stew with Chocolate falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Beef Stew with Chocolate

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