Boeuf Bourguignon

Heartwarming beef stew with Burgundy wine and aromatic herbs.

Ingredients

• 1 kg beef chuck
• 750 ml red wine
• 200 g mushrooms
• 150 g bacon
• 2 onions
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 carrot
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 bay leaf

Method

1. Cut beef into large cubes.
2. Brown bacon, onions, garlic, and carrots.
3. Sear beef cubes and set aside.
4. Return all ingredients to the pot, add wine, and herbs.
5. Simmer gently for 3 hours until meat is tender.

Chef's tips

• Use a young, full-bodied red wine for best results.