how to make french beef stew | Best recipe

beef

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: beef chuck

Lean beef has less fat, while beef chuck is more affordable.

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic red wine

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Non-alcoholic options provide flavor without alcohol, grape juice is budget-friendly.

Cut the stew beef into 1-inch cubes and season with salt and pepper.

In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.

Brown the beef in batches, then remove and set aside.

In the same pot, add diced tomatoes with garlic and onion, and cook for a few minutes.

Add carrots and potatoes, cooking until slightly softened.

Return the beef to the pot, pour in beef broth, and add thyme and Dijon mustard if using.

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

Cook for about an hour until the beef is tender.

Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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