Beef Bourguignon Recipe

Ingredients

2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
6 slices bacon, diced
2 cups red wine, like Pinot Noir or Burgundy
2 cups beef broth
3 tbsp tomato paste
1 onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 tsp dried thyme
2 bay leaves
1 cup frozen pearl onions
1 cup sliced mushrooms
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tbsp flour
2 tbsp butter

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Add the beef chunks to the Dutch oven in batches, browning them on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.
Add the diced onions, garlic, carrots, and celery to the Dutch oven and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir for 1 minute.
Slowly pour in the red wine and beef broth, stirring constantly and scraping up any brown bits on the bottom of the pot. Add the tomato paste, thyme, bay leaves, pearl onions, and sliced mushrooms.
Return the beef and bacon to the pot and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Place the lid on the Dutch oven and transfer to the oven. Bake for 2-3 hours or until the beef is tender.
Remove from the oven and discard the bay leaves. Stir in the butter and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.

Verdict

This classic French dish is rich, hearty, and full of flavor. The slow-cooked beef becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender and the red wine and bacon add depth and complexity to the dish. It’s the perfect comfort food for a chilly evening.

Serving Suggestions

Beef Bourguignon is traditionally served with mashed potatoes or egg noodles. You can also serve it with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce. A side salad or steamed green vegetables would make a nice addition to balance out the richness of the dish. Don’t forget to pair it with a glass of red wine, like Pinot Noir or Burgundy, to complement the flavors in the dish.