Authentic French Boeuf Bourguignon

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A rich, slow-cooked beef stew with red wine and herbs, perfect for a cozy dinner. This french-inspired one pot ready in about 150 minutes pairs beef chuck roast, red wine, medium, diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 120 min Serves 4 French cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add beef and sear for 5-6 minutes until browned, then season with salt and pepper.
  2. Step 2: Add onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened, then stir in thyme and bay leaves.
  3. Step 3: Pour in red wine, bring to a simmer, and cook for 10 minutes. Add beef broth (or water) to cover, then season with salt and pepper.
  4. Step 4: Cover and simmer for 1.5-2 hours until beef is tender. Stir in chopped parsley before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Authentic French Boeuf Bourguignon take to make?

Total time is about 150 minutes (30 min prep + 120 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Authentic French Boeuf Bourguignon?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef chuck roast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Authentic French Boeuf Bourguignon?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Authentic French Boeuf Bourguignon for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Authentic French Boeuf Bourguignon?

French one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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