Brown Windsor Soup

Name: Brown Windsor Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 1 lb beef chuck, cubed; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 1 cup carrot, diced; 1/2 cup parsnip, diced; 3 tbsp all-purpose flour; 4 cups beef broth; 1/4 cup Madeira wine; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper, ground

A thick, savory British soup made with tender beef, root vegetables, and a splash of fortified wine. Rich and deeply comforting, this classic dish offers deep umami notes.

80 minMediumServes 4380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb beef chuck, cubed
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 cup carrot, diced
1/2 cup parsnip, diced
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
4 cups beef broth
1/4 cup Madeira wine
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, ground

Instructions

1

Melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large pot over medium heat, then add 1 lb cubed beef chuck and sear until browned on all sides, ensuring beef reaches an internal temperature of at least 160F.
2

Remove beef and set aside, then add 1 medium diced yellow onion, 1 cup diced carrot, and 1/2 cup diced parsnip to the pot and cook until softened.
3

Stir in 3 tbsp all-purpose flour and cook for 2 minutes until a brown paste forms.
4

Gradually whisk in 4 cups beef broth and 1/4 cup Madeira wine, then return 1 lb cubed beef chuck to the pot with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper.
5

Simmer for 45 minutes until rich and slightly thickened before serving.

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Questions

What is Brown Windsor Soup?

A thick, savory British soup made with tender beef, root vegetables, and a splash of fortified wine. Rich and deeply comforting, this classic dish offers deep umami notes. This reference files it under British soup: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 80 minutes start to finish.

What internal temperature should Brown Windsor Soup reach?

For Brown Windsor Soup, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 1. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I skip the searing in Brown Windsor Soup?

You can, but you give up flavor. The browning in step 1 builds the savory base the rest of the dish is seasoned against. Give the pieces room so the pan stays hot.

Can I make Brown Windsor Soup gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Brown Windsor Soup is 3 tbsp all-purpose flour. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

How do I store and reheat Brown Windsor Soup?

Refrigerate Brown Windsor Soup for up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

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