Classic French POT AU FEU recipe

beef chuck

🥗Healthier: leaner cuts of beef

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Pork shoulder is often less expensive and still flavorful.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes add nutrition and a different flavor profile.

beef shank

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken legs

Chicken thighs provide a similar texture at a lower cost.

turnips

🥗Healthier: rutabagas

💰Cheaper: carrots

Carrots are more readily available and can substitute well.

Add 6 cups of water into a large pot.

Add salt, pepper, 1 bay leaf, and thyme to the pot.

Chop 1 yellow onion into large pieces.

Peel and cut your carrots.

When the water boils, add 1 pound of ground beef and the rest of your ingredients.

Cover and simmer for 3 hours.

Prepare french fries with a healthy amount of salt and bake at 425°F for 15 minutes.

Serve in a soup bowl and top with fresh yogurt and french fries.

Cooking Techniques

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