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Classic Beef Bourguignon

Classic Beef Bourguignon Recipe
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If you’re craving a heartwarming meal that brings family and friends together, this classic beef bourguignon is the perfect choice. This dish features tender beef slow-cooked in a rich apple vinegar sauce, creating an irresistible aroma that fills your kitchen. With hearty vegetables and a depth of flavor that comforts the soul, it’s ideal for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. Surprisingly easy to prepare, this recipe allows you to enjoy layers of flavor without fussing over complicated techniques. Discover how to create a dish that’s not just a meal but an experience worth savoring.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ lbs beef chuck, cut into 2" pieces
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 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 apple vinegar
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • 10 oz frozen pearl onions, defrosted and drained
  • 16 oz cremini mushrooms, quartered

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a Dutch oven over medium-low heat, render chopped bacon until browned; remove with a slotted spoon.
  3. Season beef with salt and pepper and sear in batches until browned on all sides.
  4. Sauté onions and carrots in remaining butter until softened; add garlic, tomato paste, and flour.
  5. Pour in apple vinegar and scrape up brown bits; stir in beef stock and Better than Bouillon.
  6. Return beef and bacon to the pot with thyme and bay leaves; cover and bake for about 2½ hours.
  7. Sauté mushrooms in remaining butter; add pearl onions for five minutes before incorporating into the stew.
  8. Bake for an additional 45–60 minutes until everything is fork-tender.

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