Grandma's Hearty Beef Pot-au-feu

Grandma's Hearty Beef Pot-au-feu

360 mins
easy
6 servings

A comforting and flavorful beef pot-au-feu, perfect for a chilly evening. This classic recipe features tender beef, aromatic vegetables, and a rich broth.

BeefSoupWinter

Equipment Needed

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Ingredients

  • 1.50 kgBeef Stew Meat (Chuck, or similar)(Cut into 2-3 inch pieces)
  • 1.00 pieceBone Marrow(Adds richness and flavor)
  • 6.00 mediumPotatoes(Peeled and quartered)
  • 4.00 mediumLeeks(White and light green parts only, thinly sliced)
  • 4.00 mediumCarrots(Peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces)
  • 2.00 mediumTurnips(Peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces)
  • 1.00 stalkCelery(Chopped into 1-inch pieces)
  • 1.00 mediumOnion(Chopped and studded with cloves)
  • 2.00 piecesBay Leaf(For added flavor)
  • 2.00 tspSalt(To taste)
  • 1.00 tspPepper(To taste)
  • 3.00 litersWater(For the broth)

Instructions

1

Season the beef with salt and pepper.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Sear the beef in a large pot or Dutch oven until browned on all sides.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

3

Add the onion, carrots, celery, and turnips to the pot.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Pour in the water and bring to a boil.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Add the bay leaves and reduce heat to low.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Simmer for 2.5 hours, or until the beef is very tender.

Estimated time: 150 minutes

7

Add the potatoes and bone marrow (if using) 30 minutes before the end of cooking time.

Estimated time: 30 minutes

8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

9

Remove from heat and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

10

Serve hot with crusty bread, if desired.

Estimated time: 5 minutes