GRISON BEEF STEW - SWISS

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Grison Beef Stew - Swiss image

This recipe is from Here's a taste of switzerland by Corwynn Darkholme. It has been posted for the ZWT-7 tour of Switzerland. This robust beef stew, from the mountainous Grison region, is perfect to keep out winter chills.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     Swiss

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 lbs beef brisket
1 cabbage, large, leaves left whole
1 tablespoon margarine
8 ounces bacon, cooked and cubed
1/2 cup onion, sliced
3 bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper, black, fresh ground
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 cup red wine
1 cup beef stock

Steps:

  • Cut out the main stem of the cabbage and discard the thick stems of the outer leaves.
  • Wash well and boil for 5 minutes in salted water, drain and reserve.
  • Heat the butter in a heavy ovenproof casserole dish and fry the bacon and onions for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add the bay leaves, salt, pepper and pinch of nutmeg.
  • Cut the meat into thick slices and place ontop of the bacon and onion mixture.
  • Add the wine and beef stock, bring it to a boil and simmer for 1 hour.
  • Now add a layer of cabbage leaves, cover tightly and simmer very gently for another hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.8, Fat 27.5, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 96, Sodium 992.4, Carbohydrate 11.5, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 5.7, Protein 30.5

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