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Slow-Cooked Beef Bourguignon

Irresistibly Cozy Slow-Cooked Beef Bourguignon Recipe

This Slow-Cooked Beef Bourguignon is a hearty French classic, perfect for cozy nights at home.
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: French
Keyword: comfort food, cozy, dinner, French dish, hearty, Slow-Cooked Beef Bourguignon
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Ingredients

For the Stew

  • 2 cups beef broth for a rich and flavorful base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for browning the meat
  • 2 cups pearl onions peeled
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 pounds beef chuck cut into chunks
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup red wine quality wine you'd enjoy drinking
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour for thickening

For Garnish

  • 3 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Brown the beef in a large Dutch oven with olive oil for 5-7 minutes until caramelized.
  • Sauté pearl onions and sliced carrots in the same pot for about 5 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until aromatic.
  • Sprinkle flour over the vegetables, cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • Mix in tomato paste, thyme, bay leaf, red wine, and beef broth, stirring well.
  • Combine the browned beef back into the pot, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 3-4 hours on low heat.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 3mg