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Classic Beef Bourguignon Stew

Classic Beef Bourguignon Stew Secrets: Unforgettable Flavor

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A rich and hearty French stew made with beef, red wine, bacon, and vegetables.

  • Total Time: 2.5-3.5 hours
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 7 oz bacon (lardons)
  • 2.6 lbs beef chuck (cut into 4 cm pieces)
  • 1 large onion (thinly sliced)
  • 2 garlic cloves (whole and flattened)
  • 2 carrots (sliced)
  • 2 tbsp butter (30 g)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 3 cups red wine (Pinot Noir, Syrah, or Merlot)
  • 1 bouquet garni (thyme, bay leaf, and rosemary)
  • ½ cup beef broth (optional, more as needed)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 9 oz button mushrooms (cleaned and halved or quartered)
  • 3 small shallots
  • 2 tbsp butter (30 g)

Instructions

  1. Cut the beef into 4 cm cubes. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Fry the bacon in olive oil until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sear the beef cubes in batches over high heat until browned on all sides. Set aside.
  4. Sauté onions, carrots, garlic, and butter in the same pot for a few minutes.
  5. Return beef and bacon to the pot. Stir in tomato paste and flour. Cook for 2 minutes.
  6. Deglaze with red wine and beef stock. Add the bouquet garni.
  7. Cover and simmer for 2-3 hours in the oven or 1.5-2 hours on the stove.
  8. Sauté mushrooms in olive oil until golden. Set aside.
  9. Cook shallots with butter until soft and caramelized.
  10. Stir mushrooms and shallots into the stew before serving.

Notes

  • Use a heavy pot like a Dutch oven for even cooking.
  • Browning the beef well enhances flavor.
  • Adjust cooking time based on your stove or oven.
  • Serve with boiled potatoes, mashed potatoes, or pasta.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2-3 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Braising
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg