TASTY GRANNY'S RECIPE. Life in a village on The Don.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Grape juice adds sweetness without alcohol, while vinegar provides acidity.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lower in fat, while pork is often less expensive than beef.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in diced carrots and bell peppers, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Increase heat to medium-high and add beef, browning on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze.

Add tomato paste, broth, bay leaves, black pepper, and salt, stirring to combine.

Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot.

Cook gently for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender.

In the last 30 minutes, add diced potatoes and fresh herbs to the pot.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Serve hot, garnished with additional herbs if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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