French Oven Stew Recipe

This incredibly rich and flavorful French Oven Stew simmers to perfection, developing a thick, luscious sauce during the final hour of cooking. A family favorite for years (and a magazine find!), this recipe is effortlessly adaptable – try it in a slow cooker or oven! Customize it with fresh or frozen vegetables for a hearty and satisfying meal, perfect for a cozy night in. Serve over buttery noodles for a truly decadent experience!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 195 mins
Calories 282.1 kcal
Protein 65g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for French Oven Stew

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How to Make French Oven Stew

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. In a heavy 3-quart oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, combine all ingredients.
  3. Cover and bake for 3 hours, stirring gently once an hour, until the meat is incredibly tender and the sauce has thickened.
  4. Remove the bay leaves before serving or storing.
  5. If desired, serve over buttered noodles.
  6. For fresh small baby onions, add them 1 hour before the stew is finished. Frozen small white onions can be added during the last hour.
  7. Add frozen peas or green beans during the final 20 minutes of cooking.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

14g

Carbs

7g