🍲 Hearty Meat Stew & Rustic Fresh Bread: The Ultimate Comfort Duo
🍲 Hearty Meat Stew & Rustic Fresh Bread: The Ultimate Comfort Duo
If you're craving a meal that wraps you in warmth like your favorite blanket on a cold evening, this Hearty Meat Stew and Rustic Fresh Bread recipe is just what you need. Made with tender chunks of beef, root vegetables, and herbs, paired with golden-crusted homemade bread, this combo is perfect for family dinners, lazy Sundays, or when you just need a taste of home.
Why You'll Love This
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Deep, rich flavor from slow-cooked meat and aromatics
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No-fuss bread recipe that bakes beautifully even if you're a beginner
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Perfect for meal prep and even better the next day
🍖 Hearty Meat Stew Recipe
Servings: 6
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 2–2½ hours
Total Time: ~3 hours
Ingredients:
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 large onion, diced
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tbsp tomato paste
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2 tbsp flour (optional, for thickening)
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1 cup red wine (or beef broth)
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4 cups beef broth
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3 carrots, sliced
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3 potatoes, cubed
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2 celery stalks, chopped
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1 bay leaf
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1 tsp thyme
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1 tsp rosemary
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
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Brown the meat: Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides. Set aside.
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Build the flavor base: In the same pot, add onion and garlic. Sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and flour (if using), cook for 2 minutes.
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Deglaze: Pour in the wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any brown bits. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
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Simmer: Return beef to the pot. Add broth, bay leaf, thyme, rosemary, and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours.
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Add vegetables: Add carrots, potatoes, and celery. Continue simmering uncovered for another 30–40 minutes, until veggies are tender and stew is thickened.
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Taste and serve: Adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh parsley if you like.
🍞 Rustic Fresh Bread Recipe
Makes: 1 round loaf
Prep Time: 10 mins
Rise Time: 1½–2 hours
Bake Time: 30–35 mins
Ingredients:
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1½ tsp salt
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1 tsp sugar
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2¼ tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
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1¼ cups warm water
Instructions:
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Mix: In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, sugar, and yeast. Stir in warm water until a shaggy dough forms.
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Knead: Knead by hand or with a dough hook for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. (Or leave it slightly rustic!)
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Rise: Cover with a towel and let rise in a warm place for 1½–2 hours, until doubled in size.
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Shape: Gently punch down dough and form into a round loaf. Place on a baking sheet or in a Dutch oven.
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Second rise: Let rest for 30 minutes while the oven preheats to 220°C (425°F).
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Bake: If using a Dutch oven, cover and bake for 25 mins, then uncover for the last 10–15 minutes until golden. If using a tray, bake 30–35 mins until crusty.
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Cool: Let cool at least 15 minutes before slicing (if you can wait that long!).
🍽️ Serving Tips
Tear off a piece of warm bread and dunk it into the stew, pure bliss. Add a side salad or roasted veggies for extra color or keep it simple and cozy. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days and taste even better the next day.
💬 Let’s Chat!
Tried this recipe? Snap a photo and tag me on Instagram at @dj_impulse01. Got a secret spice you like to add to your stew? Drop it in the comments below, I’d love to try it your way next time!
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