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Witch’s Cauldron Beef Stew Recipe

Witch’s Cauldron Beef Stew Recipe
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Witch’s Cauldron Beef Stew is a hearty and flavorful stew perfect for cozy gatherings or Halloween celebrations. Tender beef simmered in a rich red wine and beef broth base combines with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, all served in fun hollowed-out bread bowls for a spooky presentation.

Ingredients

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Meat and Broth

  • 1 lb beef stew meat
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine

Vegetables and Seasonings

  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 2 potatoes, cubed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Serving

  • Hollowed-out bread bowls for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef: In a large pot over medium heat, add the beef stew meat and brown it thoroughly on all sides to develop deep flavors.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until they soften and become fragrant.
  3. Add Tomato Paste and Herbs: Stir in the tomato paste, dried thyme, and bay leaf, mixing well to coat the meat and aromatics.
  4. Deglaze with Red Wine: Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot to enrich the stew’s flavor.
  5. Add Broth and Vegetables: Add the beef broth, sliced carrots, and cubed potatoes to the pot.
  6. Simmer the Stew: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer partially covered for 1.5 to 2 hours, until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
  7. Season to Taste: Remove the bay leaf, then season the stew with salt and pepper as desired.
  8. Serve Creatively: Ladle the stew into hollowed-out bread bowls for a fun, spooky cauldron effect, perfect for Halloween or themed dinners.

Notes

  • For a thicker stew, remove the lid during the last 15 minutes of simmering to reduce the liquid.
  • You can substitute red wine with additional beef broth for a milder flavor.
  • Adding herbs like rosemary or parsley enhances the earthy flavor of the stew.
  • If you prefer, serve this stew over mashed potatoes or with crusty bread instead of bread bowls.
  • Make sure to brown the meat well for the best depth of flavor.

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Keywords: beef stew, Halloween recipe, hearty stew, red wine stew, comfort food, bread bowl stew

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