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French Onion Braised Beef Recipe

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A hearty and flavorful French Onion Braised Beef recipe featuring tender beef chuck roast slowly braised with caramelized onions, Dijon mustard, and herbs. Finished with toasted baguette slices topped with melted Gruyere cheese, this dish perfectly combines rich, savory flavors in a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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Beef and Braising Ingredients

  • 3 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup dry white grape juice
  • 6 cups beef stock
  • 2 fresh bay leaves
  • 8 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Bread and Cheese

  • 1 demi baguette
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 oz Gruyere cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for braising the beef.
  2. Prepare Ingredients: Cut the beef into 2-inch cubes, then season generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Thinly slice the onions and mince the garlic.
  3. Sear Beef: Heat 2 tablespoons of neutral oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Sear the seasoned beef cubes until browned on all sides, then remove and set aside.
  4. Caramelize Onions: With the Dutch oven still on medium-low heat, add 3 tablespoons butter. Add the sliced onions and cook slowly for 30–40 minutes until they become deeply golden and caramelized, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. Add Flavorings: Stir in the Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and all-purpose flour to the caramelized onions, cooking briefly to combine. Then pour in the dry white grape juice and simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken the mixture.
  6. Combine and Braise: Add the beef stock to the pot along with the seared beef cubes, fresh bay leaves, fresh thyme sprigs, and Worcestershire sauce. Cover the Dutch oven with a lid and place it in the preheated oven. Braise the beef for approximately 3 hours, until the meat is tender and flavorful.
  7. Toast Baguette: While the beef is braising, slice the demi baguette and drizzle the slices with olive oil. Toast the slices until golden brown and crisp.
  8. Finish and Serve: When the beef is ready, serve it topped with the toasted baguette slices. Sprinkle shredded Gruyere cheese on top of the bread and place under the broiler for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

  • For best results, use a heavy Dutch oven that retains heat well for braising.
  • Caramelizing onions is key to developing the deep, sweet flavor in this dish—don’t rush this step.
  • If dry white grape juice is not available, a dry white wine or apple juice can be a substitute, though it will alter the flavor slightly.
  • The Gruyere cheese topping can be replaced with Swiss or Emmental cheese if desired.
  • Leftovers taste great the next day and can be reheated gently on the stovetop.

Keywords: French onion braised beef, beef chuck roast, caramelized onions, braised beef recipe, comfort food, French cuisine

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