Never-Fail Beef Bourguignon Recipe

Name: Never-Fail Beef Bourguignon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lb. lean beef, cubed; 2 medium onions, sliced; 2 Tbsp. flour; 6 Tbsp. butter; 4 bay leaves; 1 lb. fresh mushrooms, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 20 small onions, peeled; 3 to 4 (12 oz.) bottles red cooking wine; 1 tsp. thyme; salt and pepper; 1 Tbsp. parsley

Servings: persons

3 lb. lean beef, cubed
2 medium onions, sliced
2 Tbsp. flour
6 Tbsp. butter
4 bay leaves
1 lb. fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 cloves garlic, crushed
20 small onions, peeled
3 to 4 (12 oz.) bottles red cooking wine
1 tsp. thyme
salt and pepper
1 Tbsp. parsley

1
Roll beef cubes in flour.
2
Brown beef, sliced onions and garlic in butter.
3
Transfer all to a large Dutch oven.
4
Add bay leaves, thyme, parsley, salt and pepper.
5
Pour enough wine over meat to cover.
6
Simmer 2 1/2 hours.
7
Add whole onions and cook to tender.
8
Add mushrooms the last 15 minutes.
9
If sauce needs thickening, add flour and water to mixture.
10
Serve over rice or noodles.

1194

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Fat

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lb. lean beef, cubed, 2 medium onions, sliced, 2 Tbsp. flour, 6 Tbsp. butter, and more.

Yes, Never-Fail Beef Bourguignon falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Never-Fail Beef Bourguignon

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Variations & substitutions

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