Stracotto (Italian Beef Stew)

Stracotto (Italian Beef Stew)


1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees celsius.

2. In a saucepan over high heat boil the red wine for 15 minutes. Set aside.

3. Season the beef with salt and pepper.

4. In a casserole dish over high heat brown the beef in the olive oil.

5. Add red wine, stock and remaining ingredients.

6. Bring to a simmer, then cover and place in the oven.

7. Turn the heat down to 160 degrees celsius and cook for 2 hours.

8. Take beef and pork out of the pan and set aside.

9. Strain liquid into a bowl and cool slightly.

10. Discard herbs. Place carrot, celery and garlic in a blender and puree until smooth, adding enough of the reserved liquid to make a smooth sauce. Return to the pan with the beef.

11. Return the pan to the oven for a further 45 minutes or until the meat has fallen apart into the sauce.

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