“CreoleDaube is a hearty beefstewwith French and Italian influences.

This version, which comes to us from Harris, is no exception.

You’re in for a treat.

Two bowls of Creole Daube with wine and sparkling water

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Ingredients

3thick-cut hickory-smoked bacon slices, coarsely chopped

1(3 1/2-lb.)

thyme sprigs

3fresh bay leaves

1/8tsp.ground cloves

5small carrots, sliced on an angle into 2-in.

pieces (2 cups)

2medium turnips, peeled and cut into 1-in.

bacon cooking in a dutch oven

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pieces (3 cups)

Directions

Cook bacon:

Preheat oven to 325F.

Transfer bacon to a plate, and reserve drippings in skillet.

Sear roast:

Sprinkle roast with kosher salt and black pepper.

searing a beef roast in a dutch oven

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Increase heat to medium-high.

Transfer to a plate.

Add vegetables and remaining ingredients:

Reduce heat to medium.

cooking peppers and onions in a dutch oven

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Add wine, and bring to a simmer over medium.

Stir in stock, thyme sprigs, bay leaves, and cloves.

Braise beef:

Cover and transfer to preheated oven, and braise 2 hours.

adding tomato paste and wine to trinity for daube

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Remove from oven; uncover and stir in carrots and turnips.

Remove from oven, and let rest 15 minutes.

Skim off fat from broth, and discard.

beef cooking int tomato mixture for daube

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Remove and discard thyme sprigs and bay leaves.

Return shredded beef to Dutch oven, and then serve.

The addition of Cajun or Creole seasonings gave the dish a distinctive flavor unique to the region.

adding carrots and potato to beef stew

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Prepare as directed, then cool completely before transferring to an airtight container.

Refrigerate for up to two days for the freshest flavor, or freeze for up to three months.

To reheat, thaw overnight in the refrigerator if frozen.

shredded beef for creole daube

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Adjust the consistency with broth or wine to loosen the sauce slightly if needed.

Thaw overnight in the refrigerator if frozen.

Reheat over low heat on the stovetop, or covered in a preheated 300F oven until heated through.

cooked creole daube before serving

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you might also reheat small portions of daube in the microwave.

Avoid overheating or heating too quickly, which can toughen the meat.

For a classic touch,cornbreador crusty bread, such as garlic bread, is perfect for dipping.

ingredients for creole daube

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A crisp green salad can add a fresh finish.