Description
French Onion Beef Stew is a heartwarming dish that perfectly marries the rich flavors of tender beef and sweet, caramelized onions, topped with a delightful layer of melted cheese. This cozy meal is ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends, offering both comfort and satisfaction in every spoonful. The slow-cooked beef, infused with savory broth and aromatic herbs, creates a depth of flavor that will warm your heart and soul. Serve it alongside crusty bread or creamy polenta for a delightful dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs chuck steak, cubed
- 5 large onions
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2½ cups beef broth
- 1 white baguette, sliced
- 1 ½ cups Gruyere cheese, grated
- 3 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Season the cubed chuck steak with coarse sea salt and black pepper.
- In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the beef until browned on all sides; set aside.
- In the same pot, add butter and sliced onions with a pinch of salt. Cook over medium heat until caramelized (20–30 minutes).
- Stir in brown sugar, thyme, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, optional tomato paste, and flour; cook for another minute.
- Return seared beef to the pot with beef broth and bay leaves. Bring to a boil then simmer on low heat for about 90 minutes.
- Preheat the oven broiler. Brush baguette slices with olive oil; spread Dijon mustard if desired.
- Ladle stew into oven-safe bowls and top with baguette slices followed by Gruyere and Parmesan cheese.
- Broil until cheese is bubbly and golden (2–5 minutes). Garnish with fresh thyme before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg