Description
Slow-Baked Beef Casserole with Herbs and Tomatoes is a delightful comfort food that warms the heart and fills the stomach. This casserole features tender chunks of beef slowly baked to perfection, infused with aromatic herbs and rich tomatoes. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners, each bite is a burst of flavor that will leave everyone satisfied. The simplicity of preparation means you can enjoy more time with loved ones while still serving a meal that impresses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Once hot, brown the beef cubes on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sautรฉ chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Return the browned beef to the pot and add diced tomatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, rosemary, thyme, and oregano. Mix well.
- Cover with a lid and bake in a preheated oven at 325ยฐF (160ยฐC) for approximately 2 hours until the beef is tender.
- Let cool slightly before serving with crusty bread or over rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to experiment with different herbs to suit your taste. For added richness, consider using low-sodium beef broth. This casserole makes excellent leftovers; flavors improve overnight.