Authentically Prepared Boeuf Bourguignon

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A true French classic where tender beef braises slowly in rich red wine with pearl onions and mushrooms, embodying the essence of Burgundian cuisine. This french-inspired one pot ready in about 195 minutes pairs beef chuck roast, smoked bacon, all-purpose flour for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 6, 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.

★ 3.6 (9 ratings) Prep: 45 min Cook: 150 min Serves 6 French cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut 1.5 lbs beef chuck into 1.5-inch cubes and season with 3 tbsp all-purpose flour and 1 tsp paprika, shaking off excess flour.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add 4 oz diced smoked bacon, and cook until crisp (3-4 minutes), then remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same pot, sear beef cubes in batches until deeply browned on all sides (3-4 minutes per batch), then remove and set aside with bacon.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 cup diced onions, 1 cup diced carrots, 1 cup diced celery, and 4 minced garlic cloves to the pot, sautéing until vegetables soften (5 minutes).
  5. Step 5: Stir in 1 tsp dried thyme and 2 bay leaves, then deglaze with 2 cups red wine, scraping up browned bits, and simmer until wine reduces by half (8-10 minutes).
  6. Step 6: Return beef, bacon, and 2 cups beef stock to the pot, cover, and simmer on low heat for 2.5 hours until beef is fork-tender.
  7. Step 7: While beef simmers, sauté 1 cup pearl onions and 8 oz sliced mushrooms in 1 tbsp butter until golden (8-10 minutes), then add to pot with 2 tbsp fresh parsley during last 15 minutes of cooking.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Authentically Prepared Boeuf Bourguignon take to make?

Total time is about 195 minutes (45 min prep + 150 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 Authentically Prepared 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 Authentically Prepared 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 Authentically Prepared Boeuf Bourguignon for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Authentically Prepared 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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