Description
Ah, French Beef Bourguignon! Just saying it feels like a warm hug on a chilly evening. This classic dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings comfort and joy to the table. As a busy mom, I know how precious time is, and this recipe is a delightful solution for those hectic days. Imagine coming home to the rich aroma of tender beef stewed in red wine, mingling with fresh herbs and vegetables. It’s a dish that impresses your loved ones while being surprisingly easy to prepare. Let’s dive into this culinary adventure together!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds of beef stew meat
- 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of coarse ground black pepper
- 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 12 ounces of frozen pearl onions
- 2 carrots sliced into 2-inch pieces
- 2 cloves of garlic minced
- 2 cups of Burgundy red wine
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon of fresh thyme leaves
- 8 ounces of brown mushrooms
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Toss the beef in a mixture of flour, kosher salt, and black pepper until coated. Sear the beef on all sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes.
- Remove the beef and add the pearl onions and carrots to the pot. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until they begin to brown.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté briefly before deglazing with the Burgundy wine. Stir to lift browned bits from the pot.
- Return the beef to the pot, add the bay leaf and fresh thyme, cover, and transfer to the oven.
- Cook covered in the oven for 2 hours.
- Add the brown mushrooms to the stew and return to the oven for an additional hour.
Notes
- Serve with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
- For best results, use a good quality Burgundy wine.
- This dish can be made a day in advance and tastes even better the next day.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven Braising
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg