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Autumn Beef Bourguignon (French Red-Wine Beef Stew)

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A cozy French red-wine beef stew simmered with tender beef, mushrooms, carrots, pearl onions, and herbs in a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for crisp autumn evenings or special dinners.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Stew
  • Method: Stovetop (Dutch oven)
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs stewing beef (chuck), cut into cubes
  • 2 cups dry red wine (Pinot Noir, Burgundy, or Cabernet Sauvignon)
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 4 carrots, sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups pearl onions or small yellow onions
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 lb mushrooms, halved or quartered
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tbsp olive oil or butter (divided)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
  • 2 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat beef dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches, then set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté onions, carrots, and garlic for 5–6 minutes.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and flour, cooking for 1–2 minutes to coat vegetables.
  5. Pour in red wine, scraping up browned bits. Return beef to pot and add beef broth, bay leaves, and thyme.
  6. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for 2½–3 hours until beef is fork-tender.
  7. In a separate skillet, sauté mushrooms in 1 tbsp butter until golden. Stir into stew during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  8. Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Add potatoes or parsnips for extra heartiness.
  • Stir in a splash of balsamic vinegar or brown sugar for a hint of sweetness.
  • Thicken sauce by simmering uncovered for the last 15–20 minutes.
  • For added depth, sauté bacon or pancetta with the beef.
  • Best served with mashed potatoes, noodles, or crusty bread.

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