Modern Braised Beef with Red Wine and Herbs

About this recipe

Enjoy a new take on a classic braised beef dish, where tender chunks of beef are slowly cooked in a luxurious sauce of red wine, aromatic herbs, and savory broth. This dish melds deep flavors with a melt-in-your-mouth texture, perfect for any special occasion or comforting meal at home.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 3-4 inch pieces
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup red wine
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 325°F (162°C).

2. 2

   Season the beef generously with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat and sear the beef on all sides until browned, then set aside.

4. 4

   Lower the heat, add onions and garlic to the pot, cooking until softened.

5. 5

   Stir in tomato paste, beef broth, red wine, soy sauce, brown sugar, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf, bringing the mixture to a simmer.

6. 6

   Return the beef to the pot, spoon sauce over, and cover.

7. 7

   Transfer the Dutch oven to the oven and braise for about 2.5 to 3 hours until beef is tender.

8. 8

   Remove bay leaf, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve with the rich sauce.