That dish looks absolutely delicious — it appears to be a hearty Beef Stew Bake or Oven-Braised Beef Tips with Vegetables. Based on the image, it includes chunks of beef, carrots, onions, and mushrooms in a savory, thick gravy. Here’s a recipe to match what you’re seeing:
Oven-Braised Beef Tips with Vegetables
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2.5 to 3 hours
Serves: 6
Ingredients:
- 2–2.5 lbs beef chuck roast or stew meat, cut into large chunks
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3–4 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 8 oz mushrooms, halved or sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (optional for richness)
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups beef broth (low sodium)
- ½ cup dry red wine (optional; sub more broth if preferred)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Brown the beef:
- Season beef chunks with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Brown the beef in batches, 2–3 minutes per side, until nicely seared. Set aside.
- Sauté vegetables:
- In the same pan, add onions, carrots, and mushrooms. Cook for 5–7 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add garlic and tomato paste, cook 1 minute more.
- Make the gravy:
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir for 1 minute to coat.
- Gradually stir in the broth and wine, scraping up brown bits from the bottom.
- Add Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer.
- Combine & bake:
- Add beef back to the pan or transfer everything into a baking dish like the one in your photo.
- Cover tightly with a lid or foil.
- Bake:
- Place in the oven and bake for 2½ to 3 hours, or until beef is fork-tender.
- Serve:
- Remove bay leaf, stir gently, and taste for seasoning.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or crusty bread.
Tips:
- For thicker gravy, remove the lid for the last 20–30 minutes of baking.
- You can add potatoes or parsnips for a one-dish meal.
- This dish is even better the next day after flavors meld!
Would you like a slow cooker version or Instant Pot alternative too?