Deluxe French Beef Stew

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 5
Deluxe French Beef Stew - Hearty and Flavorful
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Prep

20 min

Cook

2 hrs

Ready In

2 hrs 20 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 slices bacon
2 pounds beef stew meat
1 cup dry red wine
1 cube beef bouillon
1 cup boiling water
2 cloves garlic , crushed
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
strip of orange peel
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
1 1/2 cups pickled pearl onions , drained
3/4 pound fresh button mushrooms , halved
1/2 cup pitted black olives
1 package frozen green peas , thawed and drained

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
599
Sugar
5g
Fat
35g
Deluxe French Beef Stew, or Beef Bourguignon, is a classic French dish that has become a staple of hearty, winter meals. The beef is slow-cooked with red wine, vegetables, and herbs, creating a rich, flavorful stew that is perfect for cold evenings. This dish is a favorite of Julia Child and is often served in French restaurants around the world. It is a versatile dish that can be served with crusty bread or with mashed potatoes, making it a delicious and filling meal for any occasion.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon and set aside.
2.Add beef to the pot and cook until browned. Remove and discard any excess fat.
3.Pour wine into the pot and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
4.Crumble beef bouillon cube over wine and stir until dissolved.
5.Add boiling water, garlic, dried minced onion, salt, thyme, and orange peel to the pot and stir well.
6.Return beef to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours or until beef is tender.
7.In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and cold water. Stir into the pot.
8.Add pickled pearl onions, mushrooms, olives, and green peas to the pot. Crumble reserved bacon and add to the pot. Stir well and continue to cook until vegetables are tender.

PROS

This stew is a rich and hearty meal, perfect for cold weather.

The vegetables and beef are cooked to perfection, providing a delicious and filling meal.

CONS

This stew is high in fat and calories, so should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Some of the ingredients, such as bacon and olives, are high in sodium.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This stew contains protein and nutrients from the beef and vegetables.
Stews are also known to be good for digestion and can help boost the immune system.

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