Traditional Beef Bourguignon
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Traditional Beef Bourguignon, a classic French dish that transforms tender beef and rich red wine into a hearty stew. This recipe combines savory ingredients like carrots, mushrooms, and aromatic herbs for a dish that’s perfect for any gathering or cozy night in. The slow-cooked beef melts in your mouth, making every bite a delicious experience steeped in tradition. Serve it over creamy mashed potatoes or alongside crusty bread for a comforting meal that will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 2 medium yellow onions, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 4 oz bacon lardons
Instructions
- Chop the carrots and onions uniformly; slice the mushrooms thickly.
- In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sear beef chunks until browned on all sides (about 4 minutes per side).
- Cook bacon lardons until crispy; add onions and carrots until onions are translucent.
- Pour in red wine and scrape up browned bits from the pot.
- Stir in beef broth along with thyme sprigs and bay leaves; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover tightly and simmer on low heat for about 2 hours or until beef is fork-tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Marinate the beef overnight in red wine for enhanced flavor. Feel free to customize by adding pearl onions or different herbs like rosemary. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.