Classic Beef Bourguignon
A classic French dish that warms the soul with rich flavors and tender beef, perfect for chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Total Time: 170 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 slices of bacon, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups red wine
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons flour
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brown the bacon in a Dutch oven over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté the beef in batches until browned on all sides.
- Add the chopped onion, carrots, and garlic; sauté for 5 minutes.
- Deglaze with red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot.
- Stir in the mushrooms, tomato paste, thyme, bay leaf, and beef broth.
- Mix flour with water and stir into the pot to thicken.
- Cover and braise in the oven for 2 to 2.5 hours, until beef is tender.
- Finish by discarding the bay leaf and adjusting seasoning.
Notes
This dish is even better the next day after the flavors meld. Great for make-ahead meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: beef bourguignon, French cuisine, comfort food