Canadian Beef Bourgignon with Mashed Potatoes

Method

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot and brown the beef chunks.
2. Remove the beef and sauté the onion, carrots, and garlic until softened.
3. Return the beef to the pot and add the wine, thyme, and bay leaf.
4. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 2.5 hours.
5. Add mushrooms and cook for another 20 minutes.
6. Cook the potatoes, then mash them with milk and butter.
7. Serve the beef bourguignon with the mashed potatoes.
8. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.