Thursday, January 01, 2026

Giovanni Syracusa: Tuscan Peposo Beef Stew | Authentic Italian Recipe

Nov 15, 2025 | How to make Tuscan Peposo Beef Stew, the authentic Italian Chianti stew from Florence.

This rich and rustic Tuscan beef stew is slow cooked with Chianti wine, garlic, black pepper, and beef chuck until tender.

One of the oldest and most traditional Tuscan recipes. Tuscan Peposo is one of the most iconic dishes in Florence.

This recipe uses beef chuck, Chianti wine, garlic cloves, bay leaves, and crushed black pepper. The beef cooks low and slow for the perfect tender texture and deep flavor.

This authentic Italian Peposo recipe is perfect for fall, winter, Sunday dinner, holiday or any night you want true Tuscan comfort food.