Description
Enjoy a comforting meal with our Slow-Baked Tuscan Beef Casserole with Rustic Vegetables, a dish that beautifully combines tender beef and a medley of vibrant vegetables for a rich and flavorful experience. This hearty casserole is perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, thanks to its slow-baking process which allows the ingredients to meld together harmoniously. With simple preparation steps and minimal hands-on time, this recipe is designed for cooks of all skill levels. Serve it alongside crusty bread, rice, or on its own for a satisfying dinner that will warm your heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 lb beef chuck, cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup dry apple vinegar
- 1 cup beef stock
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Sear beef cubes until browned on all sides; remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until softened.
- Add carrots, celery, and red bell pepper; stir in tomato paste.
- Return beef to the pot and add crushed tomatoes, apple vinegar, beef stock, oregano, and thyme.
- Cover and bake for about 3 hours or until the beef is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg