Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Classic Beef Bourguignon Recipe, a timeless French stew that combines tender beef and an aromatic apple vinegar sauce. Perfect for any gathering or cozy dinner at home, this dish offers a delightful balance of savory notes and comforting textures. With its deep flavors and inviting aroma, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Easy to prepare yet gourmet in presentation, this hearty meal is an ideal choice for chilly evenings or special occasions. Let the slow-cooking magic transform simple ingredients into a memorable feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 1/2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 2" pieces
- 5 strips turkey bacon, cut into 1" pieces
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups bold red apple vinegar
- 2 cups beef stock
- Fresh thyme
- Bay leaves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a Dutch oven over medium-low heat, cook turkey bacon until browned; set aside.
- Season beef with salt and pepper. Increase heat to medium-high and sear beef until browned on all sides; remove from pan.
- Sauté onions and carrots in butter for 2–3 minutes; add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in tomato paste and flour; cook until darkened (about 3 minutes).
- Add apple vinegar to deglaze the pot, then return beef and bacon along with stock, thyme, and bay leaves. Cover and bake for 2 1/2 hours.
- In the last half hour, sauté mushrooms and pearl onions until browned; stir into stew before finishing cooking.
- Let sit covered for about 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg