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Jennifer Olvera

Chicago
As seen in: MSN, Serious Eats, The Family Handyman, Yakima Herald-Republic, Sensacine México, Plumas Atómicas, Gulfshore Life (Bonita Springs, Florida), The National Culinary Review, Hecho En California, Club and Resort Talks
food and travel writer | recipe tester/developer | author of Food Lovers' Guide to Chicago | @FoodLoversChi; amzn.to/ilkrd0
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The Easy Slow-Cooker Beef Stroganoff I Make When It's Cold Out

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By Jennifer Olvera
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Serious Eats / Melati Citrawireja Searing the beef produces a rich flavor and results in a more complex-tasting stew. Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and sherry vinegar brighten the sauce, ensuring the sauce doesn't fall flat. Slow-cooker beef stroganoff is a great way to transform a cheap, tough cut of beef, like chuck, into something special.
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My Foolproof Spanish Beef Stew Is Rich, Tender, and Comforting Every Time

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By Jennifer Olvera
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This Spanish beef stews lean on bold, smoky flavors and long, slow cooking to transform a tough cut of beef into something rich and spoon-tender. My version takes inspiration from regional dishes like estofado de ternera, building a base with onions, garlic, and plenty of smoked paprika before layering in piquillo peppers, carrots, and mushrooms. Dry red wine and tomatoes provide acidity and depth, while thyme and bay leaves perfume the stew as it gently braises in the oven.
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By Jennifer Olvera
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Sautéed vegetables and a roux form the foundation for gumbo that is rich and full of depth. Add-ins such as Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and Cajun seasoning boost the flavor factor. Andouille sausage makes the gumbo smoky as can be. This turkey gumbo turns leftover meat into a smoky, comforting day-after meal. The most time-consuming part is sautéing the vegetables and making the roux.
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