Total Wine Spiced Red Wine Beef Stew

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Tender beef simmered in a robust spiced red wine sauce with root vegetables for a warming, hearty stew. This french-inspired beef ready in about 150 minutes pairs beef chuck stew meat, red wine (Total Wine selection), beef broth 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 130 min Serves 6 French cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 2 lbs beef chuck stew meat dry and toss with 1/4 cup all-purpose flour until evenly coated. Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Sear beef in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply browned. Remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Reduce heat to medium and add 1 large diced yellow onion, 2 diced celery stalks, and 4 minced garlic cloves to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes until it darkens slightly. Pour in 1 1/2 cups red wine and scrape up browned bits from the bottom. Simmer for 5 minutes to reduce slightly.
  4. Step 4: Return beef to the pot and add 2 cups beef broth, 3 sliced carrots, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 bay leaf, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook gently for 2 hours until beef is tender and sauce has thickened.
  5. Step 5: Remove bay leaf, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve hot with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Total Wine Spiced Red Wine Beef Stew take to make?

Total time is about 150 minutes (20 min prep + 130 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 Total Wine Spiced Red Wine Beef Stew?

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 beef chuck stew meat from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Total Wine Spiced Red Wine Beef Stew?

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 Total Wine Spiced Red Wine Beef Stew 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 Total Wine Spiced Red Wine Beef Stew?

French beef 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.

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