Tarragon Beef Stew with Vermouth
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"Simply throw it all together, cover, and walk away. Return to a rich, hearty, dark stew. Serve with heavy, rustic breads and strong cheeses, such as smoked Cheddar, baked Brie, or Roquefort."
Original recipe yield: 6 servings.
- Prep Time:
- 15 Minutes
- Cook Time:
- 3 Hours
- Ready In:
- 3 Hours 15 Minutes
- Servings:
- 6
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INGREDIENTS:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 pound beef stew meat
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 4 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups sweet vermouth
- 2 cups new potatoes
- 2 large carrots, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
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DIRECTIONS:
- Melt butter In a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add the beef stew meat, and fry for 2 to 3 minutes, or until evenly browned on the outside.
- Pour the chicken broth, water, and vermouth into the stock pot. Add the potatoes, carrots, and garlic. Season with tarragon, bay leaf, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, honey, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cover. Cook 2 1/2 hours to blend the flavors.
- Remove cover and continue cooking 20 minutes, or long enough to evaporate enough liquid to reach your desired thickness.
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