Description
Braised Beef with Onions is a rich French-inspired comfort dish made with tender chuck roast, caramelized onions, fresh herbs, and finished with cheesy toasted baguette.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil
3 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup beef broth
4 cups beef stock
2 fresh bay leaves
8 sprigs fresh thyme, tied together
1 small French-style baguette, sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Pat beef dry and season with salt and pepper.
3. Heat oil in Dutch oven and sear beef in batches 4–5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
4. Add butter, onions, and cook covered 5 minutes. Uncover, add garlic, and cook 30–40 minutes until caramelized.
5. Stir in Dijon, Worcestershire, and flour. Cook 1–2 minutes.
6. Add 1 cup beef broth and simmer 5 minutes.
7. Add remaining stock, bay leaves, thyme, and return beef to pot.
8. Cover and braise in oven for 3 hours until fork-tender.
9. Rest 15 minutes and discard herbs.
10. Toast baguette slices with olive oil 8–10 minutes.
11. Top beef with toasted bread, sprinkle cheese and thyme, and broil 3–4 minutes until bubbly.
Notes
For deeper flavor, make one day ahead and reheat gently.
Chuck roast works best for tenderness.
Add fresh toasted baguette and cheese just before serving for best texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Healthy Comfort Food
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: French-inspired