Wine-Braised Beef and Celery Root Shepherd's Pie

Name: Wine-Braised Beef and Celery Root Shepherd's Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 pounds well-marbled beef chuck, cut into 4 pieces; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 4 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch dice; 2 medium onions, minced; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups dry red wine; 1 1/2 cups water; 1 pound white potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch dice; One 1-pound celery root, peeled and cut into 1-inch dice; 3/4 cup milk, warmed; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/2 cup coarse, fresh bread crumbs

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 pounds well-marbled beef chuck, cut into 4 pieces
Salt and freshly ground pepper
4 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 medium onions, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups dry red wine
1 1/2 cups water
1 pound white potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch dice
One 1-pound celery root, peeled and cut into 1-inch dice
3/4 cup milk, warmed
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup coarse, fresh bread crumbs

1
In a small enameled cast-iron casserole, heat the olive oil.
2
Season the meat with salt and pepper and add to the casserole.
3
Cook over moderately high heat until browned on 2 sides, about 3 minutes per side.
4
Add the carrots and onions and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 10 minutes.
5
Sprinkle the flour over the meat and vegetables and stir until dissolved.
6
Add the red wine and water and bring to a simmer over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally.
7
Cover and simmer over low heat, turning the meat once or twice, until very tender, about 2 hours.
8
Meanwhile, In a large saucepan, cover the potatoes and celery root with water and bring to a boil.
9
Simmer over moderately high heat until tender, about 20 minutes.
10
Drain the potatoes and celery root.
11
Return them to the saucepan and shake over moderately high heat to dry them out, about 1 minute.
12
Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes and celery root until creamy.
13
Gradually mash in the milk.
14
Stir in the butter and season with salt and pepper.
15
Preheat the oven to 400.
16
Remove the meat from the casserole and coarsely shred it with 2 forks.
17
Alternatively, coarsely chop the meat.
18
Boil the juices in the casserole until nicely thickened, about 8 minutes.
19
Return the shredded meat to the casserole and season with salt and pepper.
20
Spoon the stew into a 9-inch square baking dish.
21
Spread the mashed potatoes and celery root over the stew and sprinkle with the bread crumbs.
22
Bake for about 15 minutes, until the stew is bubbling, the topping is hot and the crumbs are crisp.
23
Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

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* 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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 1/2 pounds well-marbled beef chuck, cut into 4 pieces, Salt and freshly ground pepper, 4 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch dice, and more.

Yes, Wine-Braised Beef and Celery Root Shepherd's Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!