Name: Czech-Style Beef in Brown Sauce
Total time: 150 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Czech
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups beef broth; 1 cup red wine; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon caraway seeds; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed

A traditional Czech dish featuring beef in a rich, savory brown sauce, often served with potatoes.

Method

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown the beef cubes on all sides and set aside.
In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
Sprinkle flour over the onions and garlic, stirring to combine.
Add beef broth, red wine, Dijon mustard, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
Return the beef to the pot and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until tender.
While the beef simmers, cook the potatoes in boiling salted water until tender.
Serve the beef with the brown sauce and potatoes.
For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.