steak and onion dumplings braised

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 2 hours
• Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes

Intensity:

• Difficulty Level: Medium

Ingredients:

Steak and Gravy:

• 2 lbs beef chuck steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine (optional, can substitute with more beef broth)
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves

Onion Dumplings:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup milk

Instructions:

1. Prepare Steak and Gravy:
   • Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper, then coat them in flour.
   • In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Remove the beef and set it aside.
   • In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook until softened and beginning to brown, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
   • Stir in the beef broth, red wine (if using), tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer.
   • Return the beef to the pot, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 1 1/2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
2. Prepare Dumplings:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Stir in the chopped onion. Gradually add the milk, stirring just until the dough comes together.
3. Cook Dumplings:
   • Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough onto the simmering stew. Cover the pot and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through and fluffy.
4. Serve:
   • Remove the bay leaves from the stew. Serve the beef and gravy with the onion dumplings on top. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Information (per serving, assuming 6 servings):

• Calories: 450 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 32g
• Protein: 30g
• Fat: 18g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 600mg

Enjoy your hearty and comforting Steak and Onion Dumplings Braised in Rich Gravy!