BEEF BOURGUIGNON BY JULIA CHILD RECIPE - (4.6/5)

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Provided by mrshermes2002

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 ounces applewood bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
Salt and ground black pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups beef broth
1 large onion, peeled and coarsely chopped
2 carrots, unpeeled and coarsely chopped
1 head garlic, unpeeled cloves separated and lightly crushed
6 sprigs fresh thyme
2 dried bay leaves
Pinch of whole black peppercorns
10 sprigs fresh flat-leaf parsley, cut in half, plus 3 tablespoons chopped, for garnish
1 bottle red wine, such as Pinot Noir
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 pound pearl onions
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
12 ounces white mushrooms, caps quartered and stems removed and trimmed on the bias to same size as cap pieces

Steps:

  • Special equipment: 2 large pieces of cheesecloth and kitchen twine. Preheat the oven to 300°F. In a Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until crisp; remove to a plate with a slotted spoon, leaving the fat in the pot. Season the beef with salt and pepper. Working in batches, place the beef in the pot in a single layer, sear until dark brown on all sides and remove to a plate. Reserve the fat in the pot. Place the pot over medium heat and whisk the flour into the reserved fat. Slowly whisk in the beef broth and bring to a simmer, stirring frequently, until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Return the beef and bacon to the pot. Cut 2 large pieces of cheesecloth and lay them on a clean work surface to form a cross. Pile the onion, carrots, garlic cloves, thyme, bay leaves, peppercorns and 10 parsley sprigs in the center. Gather the ends together to form a bundle and tie closed with kitchen twine. Place in the pot. Add the wine and tomato paste to the pot, cover and transfer to the oven. Cook until the beef is tender, about 2 1/2 hours. Remove and discard the cheesecloth bundle. Remove the beef to a plate. Bring the remaining liquid in the pot to a boil and cook until reduced by half, about 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and return the beef to the pot. Add the pearl onions. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and saute until browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the pot. Garnish with the chopped parsley and serve.

Beatrice Maluwa
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This is a classic French dish that everyone should try at least once. The beef is braised in red wine until it is fall-apart tender, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. Serve it with mashed potatoes or egg noodles.


Md.Nayeem Islam
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I'm not a big fan of beef bourguignon, but this recipe changed my mind. The beef was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Scott Littlewood
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times, and it's always a hit. The beef is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is divine.


Jackline Luchemo
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I've tried many beef bourguignon recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The flavors are perfectly balanced, and the beef is always fall-apart tender.


Gofrane Berrehail
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This is my favorite beef bourguignon recipe. It's so easy to make, and the results are always amazing. The beef is always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and decadent.


Ken Raphael
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I made this for my family last weekend, and they loved it! The beef was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Joseph Simbeya
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This is a classic French dish that is always a hit. The beef is braised in red wine until it is fall-apart tender, and the sauce is rich and flavorful.


Oshane Smith
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I love this recipe! The beef is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is perfect. I always serve it with mashed potatoes and green beans.


otoo augusta
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This was my first time making beef bourguignon, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow, and the dish was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Elly Shama
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I've made this recipe several times, and it always turns out perfectly. The beef is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is always rich and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Saviour Kyeremateng
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This is my go-to recipe for beef bourguignon. It's always a crowd-pleaser, and it's so easy to make. I love that I can just throw everything in the pot and let it simmer for a few hours.


Isaac Cook
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I made this for a dinner party last night, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I got so many compliments. The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was divine.


Bethany Tarrence
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This is the best beef bourguignon I've ever had! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the beef is fall-apart tender. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly.