Description
Indulge in the warmth of a classic Beef Manhattan, featuring tender beef simmered in a rich, savory sauce. This comforting dish is perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, delivering an explosion of flavor with every bite. Serve it over creamy mashed potatoes or buttered noodles for an unforgettable meal that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 2 medium sweet onions, chopped
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 3 tbsp water for thickening
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping onions, carrots, and celery into small pieces.
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear the beef until browned on all sides.
- Add onions and garlic; cook until fragrant. Pour in red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any brown bits.
- Stir in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, carrots, celery, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 3-4 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- Remove beef and veggies if desired. Mix cornstarch with water and stir into the pot until thickened.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 120mg