Beef Daube with Red Wine and Orange

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Rich French stew with beef, red wine, and orange, braised with carrots and herbs. This French-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 130 minutes, pairs beef chuck, red wine, orange for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 500 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 120 min Serves 6 French cuisine 500 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet over high heat, add 600g beef chuck in a single layer, and sear until browned on all sides (about 10–15 minutes), turning occasionally. Tip: Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even browning.
  2. Step 2: Add 500ml red wine, 2 tbsp grated zest from 2 oranges, and 1/2-inch diced carrots (from 2 carrots) to the skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the liquid is reduced by half. Tip: Use a Dutch oven for even heat distribution and to prevent burning.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 tbsp dried thyme, and continue simmering for 10 minutes, until the aroma is fully released and the sauce thickens slightly. Tip: Add thyme near the end to preserve its fragrance.
  4. Step 4: Serve the daube hot, accompanied by crusty bread, and garnish with additional grated orange zest if desired. Tip: Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

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