Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Beef Bourguignon, a classic French stew that combines tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and vibrant vegetables simmered in rich red wine. This dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions, offering a delightful taste of France that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs chuck roast, cut into 2-inch chunks
- 1 cup red wine (Burgundy or Pinot Noir)
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 8 oz fresh button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup cipollini onions, peeled (or pearl onions)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the beef chunks generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté cipollini onions and mushrooms for about five minutes until softened.
- Deglaze with red wine, scraping up browned bits from the bottom of the pot; let it simmer for two minutes.
- Return beef to the pot along with beef broth, garlic, thyme, bay leaves, and carrots. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer gently for about two hours until the meat is tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg