Description
Indulge in the warmth of French Onion Beef Stew with Cheesy Bread Topping, a comforting dish perfect for cozy dinners. This hearty stew features succulent beef simmered with sweet caramelized onions, creating a rich flavor profile that envelops you in warmth. Topped with gooey melted cheese on crispy bread, this recipe is ideal for family gatherings or a satisfying weeknight meal. Easy to prepare and packed with depth, each spoonful is an invitation to unwind and savor the moment.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes
- 2 tsp coarse sea salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 5 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp tomato paste (optional)
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ cups beef broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 white baguette, sliced
- Olive oil (for brushing)
- 1 ½ cups shredded Gruyère cheese
- 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tbsp fresh thyme, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil and sear seasoned beef cubes until browned; set aside.
- In the same pot, melt butter and sauté onions with brown sugar until caramelized. Add garlic and thyme, cooking until fragrant.
- Sprinkle flour over onions; stir in tomato paste, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Gradually add beef broth while scraping the bottom.
- Return beef and bay leaves; simmer covered in the oven for about 1½ hours until tender.
- Toast baguette slices brushed with olive oil for about 15 minutes. Top with mustard and cheeses before broiling until melted.
- Serve stew in bowls topped with cheesy bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg