Description
Beef Bourguignon is a classic French stew that transforms simple ingredients into a rich, savory masterpiece. This hearty dish features tender beef braised in a luscious red wine sauce, complemented by aromatic garlic, caramelized onions, and earthy mushrooms. Perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions, each bite offers comforting flavors and memories of shared meals. Impress your guests or treat yourself with this timeless recipe that’s as enjoyable to make as it is to eat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 8 oz baby bella mushrooms, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 4 oz bacon lardons, diced
- 1 cup pearl onions (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the beef cubes until golden brown on all sides.
- Add bacon lardons and cook until crispy.
- Stir in chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
- Add sliced carrots and quartered mushrooms; cook until slightly softened.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture; stir to combine. Gradually add red wine and beef broth while scraping the bottom of the pot.
- Toss in fresh thyme sprigs and season with salt and pepper. Simmer on low heat for about two hours until the beef is tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg