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If You Only Learn One French Recipe, Make It This Beef Bourguignon
Beef Bourguignon feels fancy, but it's really easy to make. Our classic recipe guides you through the steps and gives you all the tips you need to whip up a big pot of French comfort food.
Ingredients
Meat
• 8 oz Bacon or pancetta, thick-cut
• 3 lbs Chuck, roast
Produce
• 3 1/4 quartered cups 8 ounces cremini mushrooms
• 1 1/2 cups 8 ounces pearl onions
• 2 Bay leaves, medium
• 1 Carrot, large
• 4 Garlic cloves, medium
• 2 tbsp Parsley, fresh
• 2 tsp Thyme, fresh
• 1 Yellow onion, medium
Canned Goods
• 2 1/2 cups Beef broth, low-sodium
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
Baking & Spices
• 1/3 cup All-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tsp Granulated sugar
• 1 tsp Salt, fine
Dairy
• 2 tbsp Butter, unsalted
Beer, Wine & Liquor
• 1/2 cup Cognac or brandy
• 2 cups Red wine, dry