How To Make Beef Bourguignon. TheScottReaProject..

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic red wine

💰Cheaper: white wine

Non-alcoholic options are lower in calories, while white wine can be more affordable.

beef

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: pork

Lean beef has a better dietary profile, while pork can be a more budget-friendly option.

Prepare 1 kg of chuck steak by cutting it into chunky pieces.

Dredge the beef in a plastic bag with flour, salt, and pepper for easy coating.

In a pan, heat olive oil and brown the beef in batches until caramelized, about 10 minutes per batch.

Remove the browned beef and set aside.

Add 250 g of bacon lardons to the same pan and cook until browned.

Add 1 diced onion and 1 diced carrot to the pan and cook until softened and slightly colored.

Crush and add 2 cloves of garlic to the pan and cook for a couple of minutes until fragrant.

Stir in a couple of teaspoons of tomato puree and cook it out to release the flavor.

Return the browned beef to the pan and pour in enough red wine to cover the meat, without adding stock.

Add a pinch of dried thyme and 1 bay leaf, then bring the mixture to a simmer.

In a separate pan, heat oil and brown the 250 g of button mushrooms and the halved shallots.

Once browned, add the mushrooms and shallots to the main dish.

Cover the pot and transfer it to the oven to cook for at least 2 hours, checking occasionally.

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