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Beef Bourguignon

Beef Bourguignon: Comforting French Stew You’ll Love

Beef Bourguignon is a comforting French stew that delivers rich flavors through simple ingredients, making it a must-try for anyone looking for a gourmet experience at home.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 6 oz Bacon or pancetta for a different taste
  • 2 lbs Beef Chuck well-marbled cuts
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter omit for a lighter version
  • 1 large Yellow Onion or shallots for milder flavor
  • 2 medium Carrots or parsnips for unique flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh preferred
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste or crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 2-3 cups Burgundy Wine or bold red wine
  • 4 cups Beef Stock homemade preferred
  • 1 tbsp Better than Bouillon optional if using rich stock
  • 2 sprigs Thyme or dried thyme
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves
  • 1 cup Frozen Pearl Onions or fresh if preferred
  • 8 oz Cremini Mushrooms or button mushrooms
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Freshly Cracked Pepper

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large Dutch oven, cook diced bacon over medium-low heat for about 8-10 minutes until crispy. Remove bacon and keep the fat in the pot.
  2. Season beef chuck pieces with salt and pepper. Sear in the same pot until browned, then remove and set aside.
  3. Add butter, onions, and carrots to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes, then add garlic, tomato paste, and flour. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour in wine and deglaze the pot. Add beef stock, Better than Bouillon, seared beef, and bacon. Add thyme and bay leaves and simmer.
  5. In a skillet, sauté mushrooms and pearl onions until brown, then add to the Dutch oven for the final cooking period.
  6. Let the stew rest for about 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 38gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 4mg

Notes

High-quality ingredients and proper browning greatly enhance the stew's flavor. Resting the dish is essential for the best texture and taste.

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