Best 2 Beef Marsala Stew Recipes

Beef marsala stew is a rich, flavorful dish that combines tender beef, savory mushrooms, and a satisfying marsala wine sauce. Originating from the northern Italian region of Lombardy, this classic recipe has become a beloved part of many cultures worldwide. Whether you're a seasoned cook looking to elevate your culinary skills or a beginner seeking a delightful and impressive meal, this article will guide you through the steps to create the perfect beef marsala stew, ensuring a delicious and memorable dining experience.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MARSALA BEEF STEW

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A friend of mine said he had not had home made beef stew for 5 years, every since his grandmother died. So I decided to make him some beef stew just like his grandmothers... well somebody's grandmother anyway. This goes great with garlic toast or even some artichoke bruschetta.

Provided by Chef Berry 1423656

Categories Stew

Time 1h40m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 lb beef (1-in cubed)
2 tablespoons seasoning beef
1/2 cup flour
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 cups water
1 large onion (chopped)
8 garlic cloves (chopped)
1 cup cabernet sauvignon wine or 1 cup merlot
2 cups marsala wine
1 rutabaga (cubed)
4 stalks celery (1-in)
10 mushrooms (quartered)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon thyme
2 teaspoons sea salt (smoked)
5 potatoes (diced /1-in)

Steps:

Season beef and dredge with flour.
Heat 3 tbsp oil in Dutch oven and brown beef.
Add red wine and 1 cup water to pot and simmer for 15 minutes.
Heat remaining oil in frying pan and cook onions until caramelized.
Add garlic and sauté until for 2 minutes stirring constantly.
Next add Marsala wine to onions and deglaze pan for one minute.
Add onion mixture to Dutch oven with beef and mix well.
Add remaining water and ingredients.
Cover and simmer on low for 1 hour.
Uncover and simmer for 30 minutes.

SLOW COOKER BEEF MARSALA STEW

SLOW COOKER BEEF MARSALA STEW image

Categories Beef

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 tbsp. canola oil.
2 pounds chuck roast.
1 tbsp. salt
12 oz. diced onions.
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp. unsalted tomato paste.
1/2 Cup Marsala Wine
1-1/2 Cup beef stock
1 tsp. black pepper
3 thyme sprigs
8 oz small button mushrooms
4 large carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces.
2 tbsp. butter.
2 tbsp. all purpose flour.

Steps:

Heat 1 tbsp. oil in pan over medium high heat. Brown roast well on all sides. Remove roast to slow cooker. Add onions to pan, saute until browned. Add garlic, saute 1 minute. Add tomato paste, wine, stock and pepper, until boiling, scraping up fond. Pour mixture over roast in slow cooker. Nestle thyme sprigs around roast, top roast with carrots and mushrooms. Set slow cooker to low for 7-1/2 hours. Remove roast, strain liquid from mushrooms, onions, and carrots into a bowl. In a saucepan, melt 2 tbsp. butter. Mix in flour, cook until slightly browned. Add liquid, whisk until thickened. Serve over mash potatoes.

Tips:

For a richer flavor, use homemade beef broth instead of store-bought.
If you don't have Marsala wine, you can substitute dry red wine or sherry.
To make the stew heartier, add some diced potatoes, carrots, or celery.
For a creamy sauce, stir in some heavy cream or sour cream at the end of cooking.
Serve the stew over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.

Conclusion:

Beef Marsala stew is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its rich and flavorful sauce, tender beef, and mushrooms, this stew is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this beef Marsala stew a try.