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Beef Bourguignon relies on simple yet rich ingredients. The heart of this dish is beef chuck. It has great flavor and tenderness after slow cooking. You want about 2 pounds, cut into 1.5-inch cubes.

Beef Bourguignon

Impress your friends with the classic Beef Bourguignon, a delightful and flavorful dish that brings rich tastes to your table. This blog post shares essential ingredients like tender beef chuck, aromatic vegetables, and unique twists to enhance the recipe. Discover step-by-step preparation tips and ways to make this meal ahead of time for your next gathering. Click through to explore this delicious recipe and elevate your cooking experience today!
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Ingredients
  

2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes

3 tablespoons olive oil

1 large onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

3 medium carrots, sliced

2 cups beef broth

1 cup unsweetened grape juice

2 tablespoons tomato paste

4 sprigs fresh thyme

2 bay leaves

1 cup button mushrooms, halved

4 medium potatoes, cubed

Salt and pepper to taste

Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

Sear the Beef: In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper. Working in batches, brown the beef on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pot and set aside.

    Sauté the Veggies: In the same pot, add diced onions and garlic. Sauté until the onions become translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

      Add Carrots and Tomato Paste: Stir in the sliced carrots and tomato paste. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the tomato paste to caramelize slightly.

        Combine Ingredients: Return the beef to the pot. Pour in the grape juice and beef broth. Stir to combine, scraping any brown bits from the bottom of the pot.

          Simmer: Add thyme, bay leaves, and cubed potatoes into the mix. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let it cook for about 2-2.5 hours, or until the beef is tender. Stir occasionally.

            Add Mushrooms: During the last 30 minutes, add the halved mushrooms to the pot. Stir well and continue to simmer.

              Final Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

                Serve: Remove thyme and bay leaves before serving. Ladle the beef bourguignon into bowls, garnishing with chopped parsley on top.

                  Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 20 mins | 2.5 hrs | 6 servings

                    - Presentation Tips: Serve the beef bourguignon in rustic bowls with crusty bread on the side for dipping. You can also garnish each serving with a sprig of fresh thyme for an added touch of elegance.