Name: Beef Bourguignon Recipe – Easy Classic French Comfort Food
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 2 h 30 min
Total time: 3 h
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck or stewing beef, cut into 1.5-inch cubes; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 2 tbsp olive oil; 4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced (optional); 2 medium carrots, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds; 1 large yellow onion, diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free); 2 cups dry red wine (Burgundy, pinot noir, or merlot); 2 cups beef broth (low sodium recommended); 1 bay leaf; 1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 sprigs fresh thyme); 1 tsp dried parsley (or 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish); 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, quartered; 10 pearl onions, peeled (or 1 small regular onion, cut into wedges); 2 tbsp unsalted butter

Beef Bourguignon Recipe – Easy Classic French Comfort Food

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This classic French beef bourguignon is a hearty, comforting stew featuring tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and a rich red wine sauce. It’s surprisingly easy to make and perfect for cozy gatherings or weeknight dinners.

Author: paula
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours
Yield: 6 servings 1x
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: French

Ingredients

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2 lbs beef chuck or stewing beef, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced (optional)
2 medium carrots, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
1 large yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free)
2 cups dry red wine (Burgundy, pinot noir, or merlot)
2 cups beef broth (low sodium recommended)
1 bay leaf
1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 sprigs fresh thyme)
1 tsp dried parsley (or 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish)
8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, quartered
10 pearl onions, peeled (or 1 small regular onion, cut into wedges)
2 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

Pat beef cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper. Chop carrots, onions, mushrooms, and bacon. Mince garlic. Peel pearl onions if using.
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches, 2-3 minutes per batch, until deep brown crust forms. Transfer browned beef to a plate.
Add diced bacon to the pot and cook until just crispy. Add carrots and onions; sauté for 4 minutes until softened and lightly golden. Stir in garlic, tomato paste, and flour; cook for 1 minute.
Pour in red wine slowly, scraping up any browned bits. Add beef broth, bay leaf, thyme, and parsley. Return browned beef and any juices to the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Cover and cook on low heat for 2 to 2.5 hours (or transfer to a 325°F oven). Stir every 30-45 minutes. Beef should be tender and sauce silky. Add broth if liquid thickens too much; uncover for final 30 minutes if sauce is thin.
While beef braises, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and pearl onions; sauté until golden and tender, about 8-10 minutes. Set aside.
Remove bay leaf and thyme sprigs. Taste and adjust seasoning. Stir in sautéed mushrooms and onions. Let stew rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For gluten-free, substitute flour with cornstarch. Browning the beef is essential for flavor. Use a dry red wine you enjoy drinking. The stew tastes even better the next day. For a vegetarian version, substitute beef with portobello mushrooms and use vegetable broth. Leftovers freeze well for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Serving Size: About 1 1/2 cups per serving
Calories: 470
Sugar: 6
Sodium: 650
Fat: 22
Saturated Fat: 8
Carbohydrates: 18
Fiber: 3
Protein: 38

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