Burgundy-Infused Boeuf Bourguignon
A slow-simmered beef stew with authentic Burgundian wine, mushrooms, and pearl onions, honoring French culinary tradition. This french-inspired one pot ready in about 175 minutes pairs beef chuck roast, Burgundy wine, diced onions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1.5 cups Burgundy wine
- 1 cup diced onions
- 3 medium carrots
- 8 oz baby bella mushrooms
- 1 cup pearl onions
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef stock
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut 2 lbs beef chuck roast into 1.5-inch cubes, dust with 3 tbsp all-purpose flour, and sear in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat for 5 minutes per side until deeply browned.
- Step 2: Remove beef and sauté 1 cup diced onions and 3 peeled, sliced carrots in the pot for 5 minutes until softened. Add 8 oz baby bella mushrooms and 1 cup pearl onions, cooking until mushrooms release moisture (3 minutes).
- Step 3: Deglaze with 1.5 cups Burgundy wine, scraping browned bits, then return beef and 2 cups beef stock. Simmer covered on low heat for 2.5 hours until beef is fork-tender, skimming excess fat.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Burgundy-Infused Boeuf Bourguignon take to make?
Total time is about 175 minutes (25 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 Burgundy-Infused 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 Burgundy-Infused 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 Burgundy-Infused 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 Burgundy-Infused 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.
What others are saying
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Simple and delicious.
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Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.