Name: French Beef Bourguignon with Red Wine and Herb Simmer
Total time: 150 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 1.5 kg beef chuck, cut into cubes; 200g bacon, diced; 1 onion, chopped; 2 carrots, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups red wine; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 1 tsp thyme; 1/2 tsp rosemary; 2 bay leaves; 1 cup beef broth; Salt and pepper to taste

French Beef Bourguignon with Red Wine and Herb Simmer

A rich and hearty French stew made with beef, red wine, and aromatic vegetables.

150 minutes6 servings

Method

In a large pot, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
Season the beef with salt and pepper. Brown in the pot, then set aside.
In the same pot, sauté onion, carrots, and garlic until softened.
Add the beef, bacon, tomato paste, wine, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, and broth.
Simmer for 2.5 hours until the beef is tender.
Adjust seasoning and serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.
For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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