Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Beef Bourguignon, a classic French stew that brings warmth and comfort to any dining experience. This delightful dish features tender chunks of beef slowly braised in a rich mixture of apple vinegar and savory broth, complemented by aromatic vegetables and fresh herbs. Perfect for special occasions or cozy family dinners, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet masterpiece that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds chuck roast or bottom round, cut into 2-inch cubes
- 6 strips thick-cut turkey bacon, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, if needed
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- 2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 bottle (750ml) dry red apple vinegar
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 4–5 fresh thyme sprigs, or 1 teaspoon dried
- 3–4 fresh parsley sprigs
- 1 pound small pearl onions, peeled
- 1 pound button or cremini mushrooms, quartered
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Fresh parsley, for serving
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook diced turkey bacon until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon.
- Season beef cubes with salt and pepper; brown in the turkey bacon fat over medium-high heat until golden.
- Add onions and carrots to the pot; cook until softened. Stir in tomato paste and garlic.
- Pour in apple vinegar to deglaze the pot, scraping up browned bits. Add beef broth, bay leaves, thyme, and return beef and turkey bacon.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and braise in a preheated oven at 325°F for 2 to 2½ hours.
- In the last hour, sauté pearl onions in butter and cook mushrooms until golden. Fold these into the stew before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg