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French Onion Beef Stew

French Onion Beef Stew
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Indulge in the comforting warmth of French Onion Beef Stew, a delightful fusion that combines tender beef and sweet caramelized onions. This hearty stew is topped with crusty bread and gooey melted cheese, making it an ideal dish for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. With each spoonful, you’ll savor the rich flavors and comforting textures, ensuring it’s a meal everyone will love. Perfectly suited for cozy family dinners or impressive gatherings with friends, this recipe is simple enough for weeknight meals yet elegant enough for special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ lbs chuck steak, cubed
  • 2 tsp coarse sea salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2–3 tbsp olive oil, or as needed
  • 5 large onions, sliced
  • large pinch salt
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste, optional
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • 2½ cups beef broth, or stock
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 white baguette, sliced
  • olive oil as needed, to brush on the bread
  • 1 ½ cups Gruyere cheese, coarsely grated
  • 3 tbsp Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • ½ tbsp fresh thyme, to garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season chuck steak with coarse sea salt and black pepper; brown in batches and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, melt unsalted butter and add sliced onions along with a large pinch of salt and brown sugar. Caramelize for about 20–30 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, fresh thyme, Dijon mustard, and tomato paste; cook until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the mixture; gradually pour in beef broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Return seared beef to the pot with bay leaves; simmer on low for about 90 minutes.
  5. Preheat broiler; brush baguette slices with olive oil and toast until golden brown.
  6. Ladle stew into bowls; top with toasted bread spread with mustard and sprinkle cheeses generously. Broil briefly until cheese melts and bubbles.

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