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A bubbling black cauldron filled with rich beef stew garnished with fresh herbs, surrounded by rustic ingredients like carrots, potatoes, and onions, setting a spooky Halloween scene with dark shadows and a smoky ambiance

Enchanted Cauldron Beef Stew for Halloween

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A hearty and flavorful beef stew simmered to perfection with vegetables and herbs, served in a witch’s cauldron for a spooky holiday touch.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Brown beef cubes until seared on all sides, then set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add carrots, potatoes, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper; cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Return beef to the pot, pour in beef broth, and add bay leaf.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender.
  7. Remove bay leaf, taste, and adjust seasoning before serving in a cauldron or deep bowl.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, add a splash of red wine or Worcestershire sauce.
  • Serve with crusty bread or crusty rolls.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
  • Calories: 450 Kcal
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg