This dish has its roots in the Italian peasant tradition, where the patience of slow cooking transformed humble cuts into a royal feast. The gentle simmer creates a thick and velvety sauce that coats every bite, releasing intense aromas that evoke warm, homely atmospheres. A timeless classic that warms the heart, capable of telling centuries of culinary evolution through a deep and enveloping flavor
Finely slice the onions and carrots and sauté them in a large pan with some olive oil
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Brown the beef cut into pieces on all sides in a pan with a bit of olive oil
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Add the previously prepared sautéed vegetables to the pan, some hot broth, a bit of salt, and the tomato purée
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Let it cook over low heat for one and a half hours with a lid
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Add the potatoes cut into chunks and the bay leaves, and continue cooking, covered, for another 30–40 minutes, stirring gently so as not to break the potatoes
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At the end of cooking, remove the lid, adjust salt, and let it thicken for a few minutes over medium heat
Cost
The cost is mainly influenced by the amount of beef, which represents the most significant expense of the recipe. However, the use of common vegetables and potatoes helps keep the dish within a balanced price range
Health
Beef stew with potatoes is a dish rich in protein and iron, but with a significant caloric and glycemic intake. The presence of animal fats and complex carbohydrates makes it a nourishing meal that requires slow and demanding digestion
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