Daube of Beef (French Beef Stew) Recipe

Name: Daube of Beef (French Beef Stew)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 shallots, thinly sliced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 medium carrots, cut into about 1/4 inch thick slices; ⅓ cup chopped baked ham; 1 strip orange peel, about 1/2 inch thick and 3 inches long; 1 bay leaf; 3 lbs lean boneless beef chuck roast; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; ¼ teaspoon whole black peppercorn; ¼ teaspoon dried thyme; ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves; ½ teaspoon dried sage; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; ¾ cup dry red wine or ¾ cup beef broth; ¼ cup brandy (optional); 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine

Servings: persons

5 shallots, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium carrots, cut into about 1/4 inch thick slices
⅓ cup chopped baked ham
1 strip orange peel, about 1/2 inch thick and 3 inches long
1 bay leaf
3 lbs lean boneless beef chuck roast
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon whole black peppercorn
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon dried sage
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
¾ cup dry red wine or ¾ cup beef broth
¼ cup brandy (optional)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine

1
In a large slow cooker, shallots, garlic, carrots, ham, orange peel and bay leaf.
2
Coat beef strips with 1/4 cup flour, add to slow cooker.
3
Sprinkle with peppercorns, theyme, cloves, and sage.
4
Drizzle with viegar; pour in wine and brandy.
5
Cover and cook on low for 8 to 9 hours.
6
Remove and dicard bay leaf and orange peel from stew.
7
Blend together the 2 Tablespoons of flour and 2 Tablespoons of butter.
8
Place mixture into stew and blend in well.
9
Stirring 2 to 3 times.
10
Cook for additional 20 minutes on high or until sauce is thickened.

1161

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

100

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 shallots, thinly sliced, 4 garlic cloves, minced, 2 medium carrots, cut into about 1/4 inch thick slices, ⅓ cup chopped baked ham, and more.

Yes, Daube of Beef (French Beef Stew) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Daube of Beef (French Beef Stew)

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