Description
Indulge in the hearty warmth of our classic Beef Bourguignon Recipe, a quintessential French beef stew that captures the essence of winter comfort food. This dish features tender chunks of chuck roast slow-cooked in rich red wine, combined with aromatic herbs, savory bacon, and fresh vegetables. The result is a deeply flavorful stew that not only impresses at family dinners but also makes for delightful leftovers. Perfect alongside creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread, this dish is sure to elevate your dining experience. Embrace the cozy vibes and treat yourself to a bowl of this rustic culinary masterpiece.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3-pound boneless chuck roast
- 5 ounces thick-cut bacon
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 1 large carrot
- 4 garlic cloves
- 3 cups red wine (Burgundy or Pinot Noir)
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms
- 8 ounces pearl onions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Season beef cubes with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium-low heat until crisp; set aside.
- Brown the beef in batches in the bacon fat until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté chopped onion and carrot in the same pot until softened, then add garlic, tomato paste, bay leaf, thyme, and flour.
- Deglaze with red wine and return bacon and beef to the pot. Cover and roast for about two and a half hours.
- Meanwhile, prepare mushrooms and pearl onions in a skillet until caramelized.
- Serve stew topped with mushrooms and onions, garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg