Ina Garten Beef Bourguignon Recipe
This Ina Garten Beef Bourguignon Recipe is rich, hearty and full of deep flavor. It is a classic French stew made with tender beef, vegetables and a rich sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 slices bacon chopped
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 carrots sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup mushrooms sliced
Instructions
Prepare the beef
- Pat beef dry and season with salt and pepper. This helps create a better sear.
Cook the bacon
- In a Dutch oven, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
Sear the beef
- In the same pot, sear beef in batches until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
Cook vegetables
- Add onion, carrots and garlic. Cook until soft and fragrant.
Build the base
- Stir in tomato paste and flour. Cook briefly to remove raw taste.
Add liquid
- Pour in beef broth and stir well. Scrape bottom of pot to release flavor.
Combine everything
- Return beef and bacon to the pot. Add thyme and mix gently.
Slow cook
- Cover and cook on low heat or in oven at 160°C for about 2.5 hours until tender.
Notes
- Use chuck roast for best tenderness
- Sear meat properly for deep flavor
- Add pearl onions for authenticity
- Use fresh herbs for better aroma
- Cook longer for extra tenderness
- Add potatoes for a complete meal
- Adjust seasoning at the end