Ingredients for Beef Alla Certosina
- 2 pounds beef stew meat
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 ounces chopped bacon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- pinch freshly grated nutmeg
- 2 ounces chopped anchovy fillets
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cups beef stock
- water (as needed)
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How to Make Beef Alla Certosina
- In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add 4 ounces of chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, reserving the rendered bacon fat.
- Add 2 pounds of beef stew meat (or chuck roast) to the saucepan and brown on all sides, working in batches if needed. Season generously with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg.
- Add 2 ounces of chopped anchovy fillets and 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley to the saucepan. Stir to combine.
- Pour in 2 cups of beef stock (or water) and add the reserved crispy bacon.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the beef is fork-tender. Add more water if necessary to maintain sufficient liquid.
- Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the saucepan and set aside. Skim off excess fat from the sauce.
- Return the beef to the saucepan. If you desire a thicker gravy, you can simmer uncovered until the sauce slightly reduces.
- Slice the beef and serve it generously covered in the flavorful gravy. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
15 g
Sugar
0g
Fat
18g
Carbs
0g
