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Classic Beef Bourguignon

Classic Beef Bourguignon Recipe
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If you’re in search of a comforting dish that fills your home with delightful aromas, this Classic Beef Bourguignon Recipe is the answer. This hearty French stew features tender beef simmered in a rich apple vinegar sauce alongside flavorful vegetables. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, this dish is sure to impress friends and family alike. With straightforward preparation and the ability to enhance any occasion, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable meal.

Ingredients

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  • 3 1/2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 2" pieces
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups apple vinegar (preferably bold)
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • 10 oz frozen pearl onions, defrosted and drained
  • 16 oz cremini mushrooms, quartered
  • Fresh thyme and bay leaves for seasoning

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 F.
  2. In a Dutch oven over medium-low heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and sauté onions and carrots for about 3 minutes. Add garlic and tomato paste; cook for another minute.
  3. Season beef with salt and pepper. Increase heat to medium-high and sear the beef until browned on all sides; remove from pot.
  4. Stir in flour with remaining butter, then add apple vinegar scraping up browned bits. Pour in beef stock; return beef along with thyme and bay leaves.
  5. Cover tightly and bake in the oven for 2 1/2 hours.
  6. Sauté mushrooms in a skillet until golden brown. Add pearl onions until browned.
  7. Combine sautéed veggies into the stew and return to the oven for an additional 45-60 minutes.

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