YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Hearty Cacao-Spiced Beef and Vegetable Stew with Creamy Polenta
A robust and comforting stew featuring tender beef cubes simmered with carrots, celery, and onions in a rich tomato-beef broth infused with a hint of unsweetened cacao. Served alongside a silky, creamy polenta, this dish is a balanced blend of savory spices and hearty textures that warms you from the inside out.
INGREDIENTS
6 oz Beef Stew Meat
1 medium Carrot
1 stalk Celery
1/2 medium Onion
1/2 cup Diced Tomatoes
1/2 cup Beef Broth (Low Sodium)
1 tsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
1/4 cup dry Polenta
PREPARATION
Heat a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Brown the beef stew meat until all sides are well-seared, then remove and set aside.
In the same pan, add diced onions, chopped carrot, and sliced celery. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
Return the beef to the pan along with the diced tomatoes and beef broth. Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder, ensuring it blends well with the liquid, giving a subtle, rich depth to the broth.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Let it gently simmer for 25-30 minutes until the beef is tender and the flavors meld together.
Meanwhile, in a separate saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Slowly whisk in the dry polenta, reduce the heat, and let it simmer while stirring frequently for about 5-7 minutes until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
Once both components are ready, serve a generous ladle of the hearty beef and vegetable stew alongside a serving of creamy polenta in a bowl. Enjoy warm.