Stufato di Manzo

Stufato di Manzo is a hearty Italian beef stew that combines tender chunks of beef with rich, savory flavors from tomatoes, wine, and aromatic herbs. This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner, offering both comfort and a high-protein meal.

Ingredients

• Beef chuck - 400 grams, cut into 2.5 cm cubes
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Red wine - 150 ml
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Beef broth - 250 ml
• Fresh rosemary - 1 sprig
• Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Bay leaf - 1
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the beef cubes, browning them on all sides for about 8-10 minutes.
5. Pour in the red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze and release any browned bits.
6. Add the canned diced tomatoes, beef broth, rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper, and bay leaf to the pot.
7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover, letting it simmer for 1.5 hours until the beef is tender.
8. Remove the bay leaf and rosemary sprig, and adjust seasoning if necessary.
9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 45 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in iron and zinc, essential for immune function and energy metabolism.

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