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Beef Bourguignon (One‑Pot Classic)
A slow-simmered French comfort dish combining tender beef, red wine, mushrooms, and veggies into a rich, soul-warming main that's as luxurious as it is nurturing.
Ingredients: (Serves 6)
2 lb beef chuck, trimmed, cut into 1½-inch cubes
4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
1 medium onion, diced
2 carrots, peeled and lumped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups dry red wine (Burgundy or Pinot Noir)
2 cups beef broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 lb cremini or button mushrooms, halved
Salt and pepper
Instructions:
Brown bacon and beef
In a Dutch oven, cook bacon until crisp. Remove, then brown beef in batches until deeply caramelized.Sauté vegetables
Add onions, carrots, and garlic to rendered fat. Cook until softened.Deglaze and build flavor
Stir in tomato paste, then pour in wine, scraping browned bits. Add broth, thyme, bacon, and beef. Bring to a simmer.Slow-cook to tenderness
Cover and simmer low for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.Add mushrooms
Stir in mushrooms, cook uncovered an additional 30 minutes until sauce is thick and beef is tender.Season and serve
Taste, adjust salt and pepper. Serve over creamy mashed potatoes, polenta, or egg noodles.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2.5 hours
Total Time: ~2 hours 50 minutes
Why You’ll Love It:
This timeless dish feels like a slow hug—deep-flavored, rich, and creamy comfort. It’s elegant yet home-spun, filling the kitchen with warmth and nostalgia.
