Peposo
Peposo combines beef, red wine, garlic and cracked pepper for vibrantTuscan flavor. The long simmer creates tender meat and a rich sauce perfect for a cozy dinner.
Servings: 4
Equipment
- Dutch Oven or Large Heavy Pot with Lid
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 ½ Pounds chuck roast cut into large chunks
- 1 Tablespoon kosher salt
- 6 to 8 Cloves garlic peeled and left whole
- 1 Bottle Chianti or similar dry red wine, 750ml
- 2 Tablespoons black peppercorns freshly cracked
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
- Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels and season all sides with kosher salt.
- Sear the beef in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Brown each piece on all sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- Remove the beef and set aside.
- Lower the heat to medium and add the whole garlic cloves to the pot.
- Cook for 1 or 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant but not browned.
- Pour in the wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon.
- Return the seared beef to the pot and sprinkle ground black pepper over the top.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to low.
- Cover the pot with the lid slightly ajar and simmer for 3 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or over creamy polenta, al dente pasta or fluffy mashed potatoes.
Notes
Brown well: Searing the beef deeply enriches the final flavor.
Use freshly ground black pepper: Pre-ground pepper won’t give the same punch.
Simmer slowly: Low heat ensures the beef turns tender, not dry.
Don’t rush resting: Let flavors settle a few minutes before serving.
Use freshly ground black pepper: Pre-ground pepper won’t give the same punch.
Simmer slowly: Low heat ensures the beef turns tender, not dry.
Don’t rush resting: Let flavors settle a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 753kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 55g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 22g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 196mg | Sodium: 1976mg | Potassium: 1026mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 65IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 7mg
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