Beef Burgundy Made Lighter

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 1
Beef Burgundy Made Lighter is a delicious, savory beef stew that is slow-cooked in a rich and flavorful red wine sauce.
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Prep

20 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2 hr 20 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/2 lbs lean beef , cubed
cooking spray
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 garlic clove , minced
2 cups red Burgundy wine
water
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 sprigs celery leaves
2 sprigs fresh parsley
1 small bay leaf
1 pinch thyme
1/8 cup bacon bits
12 small white onions
1/2 lb fresh mushrooms , sliced
2 teaspoons lemon juice
parsley , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
356
Sugar
6g
Fat
10g
Beef Burgundy Made Lighter is a classic French dish that originates from the Burgundy region. Traditionally made with tender cuts of beef, root vegetables, and a rich red wine sauce, this dish is perfect for a hearty family meal or a dinner party. This recipe substitutes lean beef and replaces some of the butter and high-fat ingredients with healthier alternatives, making for a lighter but still delicious Beef Burgundy. The flavors are robust and aromatic, and the meat is tender and falls apart in your mouth. Serve it with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or noodles and enjoy the mouth-watering flavors of French cuisine.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
2.In a large Dutch oven, heat the cooking spray over medium heat. Add the beef, salt, and black pepper and cook until browned, stirring occasionally.
3.Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
4.Pour in the Burgundy wine, enough water to cover the meat, cornstarch, celery leaves, parsley, bay leaf, thyme, and bacon bits.
5.Add the onions and mushrooms.
6.Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and bake for 2 hours, or until tender.
7.Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs, then stir in lemon juice and parsley.

PROS

This dish is rich and flavorful, perfect for a cozy dinner on a cold night.

It’s also lighter than traditional beef burgundy, with lean beef and less fat.

CONS

This dish takes a while to make, so it’s not ideal for a quick weeknight meal.

The red wine sauce can also be high in calories and alcohol content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef provides essential nutrients such as protein, iron, and zinc.
The red wine in this recipe is high in antioxidants and has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease. The mushrooms and onions contribute to the dish’s fiber and vitamin intake.

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