French Stew with Fragrant Mushrooms
A hearty French stew featuring rich flavors and fragrant mushrooms, perfect for a cold winter night.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup sliced Fragrant MushroomsAssorted varieties (e.g., button, cremini, shiitake)
- ●2 medium French OnionThinly sliced
- ●1 pound beef or venison Stew MeatCut into 1-inch cubes
- ●3 cloves minced Garlic
- ●2 sprigs fresh Thyme
- ●1 cup Red WineDry, full-bodied (e.g., Cabernet Sauvignon)
- ●2 cups Beef BrothHomemade or store-bought
- ●2 tablespoons Flour
Instructions
- 1
Season the stew meat with salt and pepper.
- 2
In a large Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat. Sear the stew meat until browned, then remove and set aside.
- 3
Reduce heat to medium and add more oil if necessary. Add the sliced onions and cook until caramelized, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
- 5
Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown.
- 6
Add the browned stew meat, thyme, and red wine to the pot. Stir to combine.
- 7
Add the beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- 8
Cover the pot and transfer it to the oven. Braise the stew at 300°F (150°C) for 2-3 hours, or until the meat is tender.
- 9
Remove the pot from the oven and stir in the flour to thicken the stew.
- 10
Serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.