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Classic Onion Gravy Beef Dinner Recipe Easy Homemade Comfort Meal

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A hearty and comforting beef dinner featuring slow-caramelized onions in a rich, savory gravy. Perfect for weeknight meals or cozy family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900g) chuck roast or beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups (950ml) low sodium beef broth
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped or ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Optional garnish: fresh chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Slice the onions thinly and cut the beef into roughly 1-inch (2.5cm) cubes. Mince the garlic and set aside.
  2. Heat butter and olive oil over medium-low heat in a large heavy-bottom pot or Dutch oven. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook slowly, stirring frequently, for 25-30 minutes until deep golden brown and fragrant.
  3. Push onions to the side, increase heat to medium-high, and brown beef pieces in batches for 5-7 minutes per batch until nicely seared on all sides.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Sprinkle flour over beef and onions, stirring constantly to coat evenly. Cook for 2 minutes to remove raw flour taste and form a roux.
  5. Slowly pour in beef broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to lift browned bits. Add Worcestershire sauce, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  6. Bring mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender and gravy thickens.
  7. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Remove bay leaf.
  8. Serve beef and onion gravy over creamy mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or rice. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with rice flour or cornstarch. For dairy-free, use olive oil instead of butter. Avoid overcrowding the pan when browning beef to ensure proper searing. Slow caramelization of onions is key for deep flavor. Adjust gravy thickness by adding broth or simmering longer.

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