Braised Beef with Butternut Squash Recipe

Name: Braised Beef with Butternut Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil or any vegetable oil, divided; 8 ounces beef bottom round, trimmed, cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 1 large shallots halved and thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon thyme dried; 1/2 teaspoon sage dried; 1/2 teaspoon salt or as needed; 1 x black pepper freshly ground; 2 1/4 teaspoons flour, all-purpose al-purpose; 1 cup beef stock prefer low-salt; 3 cups butternut squash peeled and cubed; 1/4 cup cranberries, dried; 1 x parsley leaves freshly chopped, or cilantro

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons olive oil or any vegetable oil, divided
8 ounces beef bottom round, trimmed, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 large shallots halved and thinly sliced
1 teaspoon thyme dried
1/2 teaspoon sage dried
1/2 teaspoon salt or as needed
1 x black pepper freshly ground
2 1/4 teaspoons flour, all-purpose al-purpose
1 cup beef stock prefer low-salt
3 cups butternut squash peeled and cubed
1/4 cup cranberries, dried
1 x parsley leaves freshly chopped, or cilantro

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Add 1 teaspoon oil in a large ovenproof saucepan over medium heat.
3
Stir in beef and cook until browned on all sides, about 7 minutes.
4
Transfer onto a plate.
5
Reduce heat to medium-low, stir in the remaining 1 teaspoon oil and shallot to the pan, cook, stirring often, for 1 minute.
6
Add thyme, sage, salt and pepper, cook and stir for 30 to 40 seconds.
7
Return the beef to the pan and sprinkle with flour.
8
Cook, stirring often, until the flour browns, 2 to 4 minutes.
9
Stir in in broth, scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
10
Keep cooking until the liquid bubbles and thickens slightly, 2 to 3 minutes.
11
Add squash and mix well.
12
Cover the pan and transfer to the oven.
13
Bake for 1 hour.
14
Mx in cranberries, cover and go on baking until the meat is tender when pierced with a fork, 30 to 35 minutes more.
15
Cool for a few minutes and serve hot with some chopped parsley or cilantro on top if desired.

1413

kcal

Calories

150

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons olive oil or any vegetable oil, divided, 8 ounces beef bottom round, trimmed, cut into 3/4-inch cubes, 1 large shallots halved and thinly sliced, 1 teaspoon thyme dried, and more.

Yes, Braised Beef with Butternut Squash falls under the Vegetarian 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.

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Braised Beef with Butternut Squash

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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