Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable French Onion and Beef Strudel, a harmonious blend of classic French flavors and Austrian pastry techniques. This savory strudel features tender beef braised in a rich red wine sauce, complemented by caramelized onions that add a touch of sweetness. Wrapped in a flaky, buttery pastry, each bite offers a symphony of textures and flavors. This comprehensive guide provides two variations of the French Onion and Beef Strudel: a classic version and a vegetarian alternative. The classic recipe showcases the traditional combination of beef and caramelized onions, while the vegetarian version offers a hearty and flavorful filling made with mushrooms, leeks, and spinach. Both variations are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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FRENCH ONION-BEEF STRUDEL
I prepared this flavorful strudel for my craft club meeting, and everyone asked me for the recipe. It makes such a nice presentation, so it's great to serve at gatherings.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Allow dough to rise until nearly doubled. Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onion in butter for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. With a slotted spoon, remove onion from skillet; set aside. , Cut beef into 1/8-in. slices; add to skillet. Increase heat to medium; cook and stir for 3 minutes or until browned. Return onion to skillet. Stir in flour, brown sugar, cumin, salt and pepper. Add broth; cook and stir for 6-8 minutes or until liquid has evaporated. Remove from the heat. , Punch dough down; roll on a floured surface to a 16-in. x 12-in. rectangle. Place on a greased baking sheet. Place beef mixture down the center of the long side of the dough. Sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese and 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese. , With a sharp knife, cut dough on each side of beef filling into 1-3/4-in. wide strips. Fold strips alternately across filling. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Cover and let rise until nearly doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Heat gravy; serve as a dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 986mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
FRENCH ONION AND BEEF STRUDLE
Beef and Onions are two of my husbands favorite things. I have been making this since 1994 and It is a dish he requests at least once a month.
Provided by Nancy R
Categories Beef
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. In a small bowl combine the two cheeses and set aside.
- 2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat add onions and cook until very caramelized, and dark golden brown 20-30 minutes.
- 3. With a slotted spoon transfer onions to a bowl. Add beef to skillet; cook and stir until beef is evenly brown, 2-3 minutes. Return onions and any juice to the pan. Add flour, brown sugar, cumin, salt, pepper, and beef stock to pan. Cook and stir (scraping the bottom of pan) until most of the liquid is absorbed.
- 4. Heat oven to 375 Grease cookie sheet or use a Silpat mat. Separate dough into 8 triangles. Slightly overlap 2 triangles with the longer sides together to make a larger triangle. Repeat with remaining triangles to create 4 larger triangle. Place triangles in a row on cookie sheet slightly overlapping the top point on on triangle with the bottom of the next triangle
- 5. Evenly spoon beef and onion mixture down the centers of the triangles in a 1 1/2 inch strip, beginning and ending one inch from the end.
- 6. Sprinkle cheese mixture over onion mixture.
- 7. Bring points over filling. Cross one over the other to make a braided appearance. Seal ends and sprinkle with 2 Tablespoons of Parmesan cheese.
- 8. bake at 375 for 15-20 minutes or until deep golden brown. Let rest for 5 minutes, serve with sour cream or yogurt if using, and heated au jus gravy
Tips:
- Use thinly sliced onions for the best texture and flavor.
- Sauté the onions slowly over low heat until they are golden brown and caramelized.
- Use a good quality beef broth for the best flavor.
- Season the beef with salt and pepper to taste.
- Use a store-bought or homemade puff pastry sheet for the strudel dough.
- Brush the strudel with egg wash before baking for a golden brown crust.
- Serve the strudel hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
French onion and beef strudel is a delicious and savory dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The combination of caramelized onions, tender beef, and flaky puff pastry is sure to please everyone at the table. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make this impressive dish at home.
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