Beef Bourguignon

Step 1

Cut the beef into large chunks.

Step 2

Peel the onion. Cut the onion in half & then into thin slices.

Step 3

Peel the carrots. Cut the carrots in half & then into half-moons.

Step 4

Heat a healthy drizzle of oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef & brown for 3 min.

Step 5

Add the onion, carrots & chopped raw bacon. Cook, stirring for 3 min.

Step 6

Add minced garlic, salt & pepper.

Step 7

Sprinkle in the flour. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Pour in the red wine. Add a bay leaf (optional). Stir. Reduce the heat to very low, cover & simmer for 2 hours.

Step 9

Season with salt & pepper. Serve the beef stew garnished with fresh parsley (optional). Enjoy!