Jul 14 2026
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Old Style Recipe

Inspired by Blue Dog Tavern
Time3h
Serves6

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Spices and Seasoning

Liquids

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prep the Vegetables

    Peel and chop the carrots, potatoes, and onions into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.

  2. 2

    Season the Beef

    Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper on all sides.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sear the Beef

    In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef on all sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the beef and set aside.

  2. 4

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In the same pot, add the onions and garlic. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onions are translucent.

  3. 5

    Add the Vegetables

    Add the chopped carrots and potatoes to the pot. Stir and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

  4. 6

    Deglaze the Pot

    Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.

  5. 7

    Combine All Ingredients

    Return the seared beef to the pot. Add beef broth, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer.

  6. 8

    Slow Cook

    Cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Let it cook for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shreds.

Serving

  1. 9

    Shred the Beef

    Once cooked, remove the beef from the pot and shred with two forks. Return the shredded beef to the pot and stir to combine.

  2. 10

    Serve

    Ladle the stew into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy with crusty bread if desired.

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