Braised Beef Nicoise Style Recipe – a delicious recipe with Place the dry mushrooms in bowl of cool water to soak overnight., The next day, slice the onions, garlic and carrots., Cut the bacon into a small dice., Heat the oil in a heavy pot or possibly Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add in the beef and bacon, and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 7 min., Add in the carrots, onions and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 min more, till the beef is browned on all sides and the onion is softened., Drain the mushrooms and stir them into the casserole.. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.