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Classic Beef Bourguignon Recipe

Classic Beef Bourguignon Recipe
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Indulge in the rich flavors of this Classic Beef Bourguignon recipe, a French culinary masterpiece that combines tender beef, savory bacon, hearty vegetables, and aromatic herbs in a luxurious red wine sauce.

Ingredients

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Bacon:

  • 5 strips bacon, cut into 1” pieces

Beef:

  • 3 1/2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 2” pieces

Other Ingredients:

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Burgundy wine, or other bold red wine
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • 1 tablespoon Better than Bouillon beef bouillon
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 bay leaves, dried or fresh
  • 10 oz frozen pearl onions, defrosted and drained
  • 16 oz cremini mushrooms, quartered
  • kosher salt
  • freshly cracked pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Render the bacon: Cook the bacon in a dutch oven until browned; then remove and set aside.
  3. Sear the beef: Season beef with salt and pepper, then sear until browned. Remove from the pot.
  4. Saute the veggies: Cook onions, carrots, garlic, tomato paste, and flour until fragrant.
  5. Add wine, stock, and herbs: Deglaze with wine, add broth, bouillon, beef, bacon, thyme, and bay leaves. Cover and cook in the oven.
  6. Add mushrooms and onions: Brown mushrooms and onions in butter; season with salt and pepper.
  7. Finish cooking: Add mushrooms and onions to the pot and bake until beef is tender. Rest before serving.

Notes

  • This dish tastes even better when made a day ahead to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the beef bourguignon with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

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Keywords: Beef Bourguignon, French cuisine, comfort food, beef stew

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