Beef Bourguignon Recipe

Ingredients

• 1.5 kg (3 lbs) beef chuck, cut into 5 cm (2 inch) cubes
• 30 ml (2 tbsp) olive oil
• 15g (2 tbsp) unsalted butter
• 200g (1 cup) bacon, diced
• 450g (1 lb) pearl onions, peeled
• 250g (2 cups) carrots, sliced into rounds
• 250g (2 cups) mushrooms, quartered
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 750 ml (1 bottle) red wine (preferably Burgundy or Pinot Noir)
• 500 ml (2 cups) beef stock
• 30g (1/4 cup) all-purpose flour
• 15 ml (1 tbsp) tomato paste
• 1 bay leaf
• 5 sprigs fresh thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped parsley, for garnish

Cooking Time

Total estimated time: 3 hours 30 minutes

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 160°C (325°F). A consistent temperature is key for slow cooking the beef to perfection.

Step 2: Brown the Beef

In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper. Working in batches, brown the beef on all sides, ensuring a rich, golden crust. Remove beef and set aside.

Step 3: Cook the Bacon and Vegetables

In the same pot, add the butter and bacon. Cook until the bacon is crispy and golden. Add the pearl onions and carrots, cooking until they’re golden-brown and slightly tender, about 10 minutes.

Step 4: Add Aromatics

Stir in the garlic and tomato paste, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables, stirring continuously to coat. Cook for another minute.

Step 5: Deglaze and Assemble

Pour in the red wine, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Return the beef to the pot. Add the bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour in enough beef stock to cover the meat.

Step 6: Slow Cook in Oven

Cover with a lid and place the Dutch oven into the preheated oven. Cook for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is meltingly tender.

Step 7: Final Touches

Remove pot from oven and discard the bay leaf and thyme sprigs. Over medium heat, add the mushrooms to the pot. Continue cooking on the stovetop for about 10 minutes or until mushrooms are tender. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

Step 8: Serve

Serve the Beef Bourguignon topped with fresh chopped parsley. This dish pairs beautifully with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes.

Conclusion

You’ve just created a masterpiece of traditional French cuisine! Beef Bourguignon, with its depth of flavor and impressive presentation, is sure to impress and satisfy at any meal occasion. Enjoy every morsel of hearty beef, rich sauce, and tender vegetables as you savor a taste of French culinary tradition. Bon appétit!

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