Star Alliance Inspired Braised Beef with Red Wine and Root Vegetables
A comforting braised beef dish cooked slowly in red wine with aromatic root vegetables, celebrating the rich culinary traditions across Star Alliance countries. This french-inspired slow cooker ready in about 180 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds, cut into 2-inch cubes beef chuck roast
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 medium, peeled and chopped carrot
- 2, chopped celery stalks
- 1 large, diced yellow onion
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 1 1/2 cups dry red wine
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 3 fresh thyme sprigs
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 medium, peeled and chopped parsnip
- 2 medium, peeled and chopped potato
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, toss 2 pounds beef chuck roast cubes with 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the beef in batches and brown on all sides for about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove browned beef and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same pot, add 2 medium chopped carrots, 2 chopped celery stalks, and 1 large diced yellow onion. Cook for 5-6 minutes until softened and fragrant, then add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for another 1 minute.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes until deepened in color. Pour in 1 1/2 cups dry red wine, scraping up browned bits, and simmer for 5 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Step 5: Return beef to the pot along with 2 cups beef broth, 3 fresh thyme sprigs, 1 bay leaf, 1 medium peeled and chopped parsnip, and 2 medium peeled and chopped potatoes. Bring to a simmer, cover, reduce heat to low, and cook for 2 to 2 1/2 hours until beef is tender and sauce thickens.
- Step 6: Discard thyme sprigs and bay leaf, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed, then serve hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Star Alliance Inspired Braised Beef with Red Wine and Root Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 180 minutes (30 min prep + 150 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Star Alliance Inspired Braised Beef with Red Wine and Root Vegetables?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Star Alliance Inspired Braised Beef with Red Wine and Root Vegetables?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Star Alliance Inspired Braised Beef with Red Wine and Root Vegetables for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Star Alliance Inspired Braised Beef with Red Wine and Root Vegetables?
French slow cooker like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
