French Beef Bourguignon
French Beef Bourguignon is a timeless French stew that combines tender beef, robust red wine, earthy mushrooms, and sweet onions. This rich, aromatic dish is perfect for special occasions or cozy family dinners, wrapping you in its warm flavors with every bite. Experience the heartwarming comfort of this classic recipe that’s sure to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch chunks
- 1 bottle (750 ml) full-bodied red wine (e.g., Burgundy or Pinot Noir)
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced
- 3 large carrots, cut into thick chunks
- 8 oz pearl onions, peeled
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 bouquet garni (thyme and bay leaf)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Pat beef dry and sear in batches in olive oil over medium-high heat until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté pearl onions until golden brown. Add garlic and mushrooms; cook until softened.
- Deglaze with red wine and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Return beef to the pot with carrots and bouquet garni; cover with beef broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for about 2 hours until fork-tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, consider adding a splash of brandy during deglazing. - Leftovers taste even better the next day; store in an airtight container.