Pot Au Feu Traditionnel
Pot au Feu is a classic French dish consisting of boiled meat and vegetables, served with a flavorful broth.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Cabbage - 1 small, cut into wedges
- Potatoes - 6 medium, peeled and halved
- Peppercorns - 10
- Salt - To taste
- Cloves - 4
- Bay leaves - 2
- Parsley - 1 bunch
- Celery stalks - 4
- Onions - 2 medium, peeled
- Leeks - 2 large, cleaned and halved
- Carrots - 4 large, peeled and halved
- Chicken - 1 whole
- Beef shank - 2 pounds
- Beef brisket - 2 pounds
Let's Get Started
- In a large pot, add the beef brisket, beef shank, and chicken. Cover with water and bring to a boil.
- Skim off any impurities that rise to the surface. Add the carrots, leeks, onions, celery stalks, parsley, bay leaves, cloves, salt, and peppercorns.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2 hours, skimming the surface occasionally.
- After 2 hours, remove the chicken and set aside. Continue simmering the beef for another hour, or until tender.
- Remove the beef from the pot and slice into thick pieces. Strain the broth and discard the solids.
- Return the broth to the pot and bring to a boil. Add the potatoes and cabbage, and cook until tender.
- To serve, place a piece of beef, chicken, and vegetables in each bowl. Ladle the hot broth over the top.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 35g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Sugar: 5g