Coffee-Braised Beef with Cinnamon and Orange

1 large onion, chopped (1 1/2 cups)1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced1 1/4 cups strong brewed coffee3 (3- by 1-inch) strips fresh orange zest1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick2 teaspoons packed brown sugar1 (3 1/2-lb) boneless beef chuck roast1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon black pepperprint a shopping list for this recipe view wine pairings Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 325°F.

Cook onion in oil in a 4- to 5-quart heavy pot over moderately high heat, stirring, until golden, about 6 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Stir in coffee, zest, cinnamon stick, and brown sugar, then bring to a simmer. Sprinkle beef all over with salt and pepper, then add to pot. Transfer pot to oven and braise, tightly covered, until meat is very tender, 3 1/2 to 4 hours.

Skim fat from sauce and discard cinnamon stick.

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