Rustic Beef Stew in Crusty Bread Bowls
Rustic Beef Stew in Crusty Bread Bowls is a comforting dish that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. This hearty stew features tender, slow-cooked beef combined with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, all served in delightful crusty bread bowls. Perfect for chilly evenings or family dinners, this recipe is not only satisfying but also visually impressive. Enjoy the rich flavors and cozy textures as you dig into your very own edible bowl filled with savory goodness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 medium potatoes, diced
- 4 cups beef broth
- Fresh herbs (thyme and rosemary)
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes for about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until translucent (about 3-4 minutes). Add carrots, celery, and potatoes; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Return the beef to the pot along with tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce. Pour in beef broth and add herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 2 hours until beef is tender.
- Prepare bread bowls according to instructions while the stew simmers.
- Serve hot by ladling stew into each crusty bread bowl.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bread bowl with stew (400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg