Braised beef in Chianti

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 pounds stewing beef, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 red onions, roughly chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, crushed
• 3 cups Chianti wine
• Salt
• 2 teaspoons whole peppercorns

Preparation:

In a stew pot, heat up the extra virgin olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the beef, onions and garlic. Sear for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add all of the wine. It should be enough to cover the beef. Season with salt and whole peppercorns. Bring the wine to a boil. Lower the heat and allow it to gently simmer for approximately 2 hours. Remove and serve.

Irene Milito