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Peposo del Valdarno

Cultural Context

Peposo del Valdarno hails from the Chianti region of Tuscany, where it was traditionally made by bricklayers to sustain them during long workdays. This hearty beef stew is characterized by its bold flavors, primarily from black pepper and red wine, making it a beloved comfort food in Italian households. Today, Peposo is enjoyed across Italy and beyond, often served with crusty bread or polenta to soak up the rich sauce.

ItalianITmain
180 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
600 g beef
20 g black pepper
garlic
Chianti red wine
tomato paste
salt
rosemary
olive oil

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic red wine

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Grape juice provides a similar flavor profile without alcohol.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more economical for cooking.

1

Cut beef into large chunks.

2

Heat the earthenware pot until warm.

3

Add olive oil to the pot.

4

Add garlic, keeping it in its skin.

5

Add 20 g of black pepper (about 10 peppercorns).

6

Add the beef to the pot and let it brown slightly.

7

Season with salt and mix well.

8

Pour Chianti red wine over the beef until it is covered.

9

Add a small amount of tomato paste.

10

Cover the pot and let it cook for about 3 hours, checking occasionally.

11

After 3 hours, check the tenderness of the beef; it should be very tender and fall apart easily.

Cooking Techniques

browningsimmering

Equipment Needed

earthenware pot

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

PeposoPeposo di Valdarno
Local Name: Peposo del Valdarno

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