Beef bourguignon with noodles

Beef Bourguignon with Noodles: A French Delicacy Your Way

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 2 hours
Total time: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Number of servings: 4

If you are looking for a special recipe that combines French culinary tradition with exquisite taste, Beef Bourguignon with Noodles is the perfect choice. This dish, also known as Burgundy beef, is a comforting meal that will impress your family and friends. Here’s how to prepare it step by step.

Ingredients:

- 800 g beef (chuck or shoulder), cut into cubes
- 150 g bacon, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, crushed
- 500 ml red wine (ideally a Bourgogne or Pinot Noir)
- 250 ml beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 sprig of thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 300 g homemade or store-bought noodles
- Fresh parsley, for garnish

Preparation:

1. Start by preparing the ingredients. Make sure the meat is cut into even cubes for uniform cooking. The carrots and onion should be finely chopped, and the garlic crushed.

2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until crispy. Remove it with a spatula and set aside.

3. In the same pot, add the cubes of beef, browning them on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. This process will seal in the meat's juices, giving it a rich flavor.

4. Add the onion, carrots, and garlic to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent.

5. Now it’s time to add the tomato paste, red wine, and beef broth. Mix well to combine the ingredients. Add the bay leaves and thyme sprig. Bring everything to a boil.

6. Once the mixture starts to boil, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer gently for about 2 hours. This long cooking time will make the meat tender and full of flavor.

7. In the last 10 minutes of cooking, add the noodles to boiling salted water and cook according to the package instructions. Once ready, drain them and add directly to the pot with the meat.

8. Gently mix everything together so that the noodles soak up the rich flavors of the sauce. Taste and add salt and pepper to your liking.

9. Finally, serve Beef Bourguignon with Noodles in a deep bowl, garnished with freshly chopped parsley. It’s a perfect dish for a special dinner or a family gathering.

Practical tips:

- Choose a quality red wine, as its flavor will intensify during cooking, influencing the final taste.
- If you want a lighter version, you can replace part of the wine with water or broth. However, the flavor will be different.
- Beef Bourguignon can be prepared a day in advance; the flavors develop even more, and the dish will be even more delicious.
- Try adding champignon mushrooms for extra texture and a more complex flavor.

This Beef Bourguignon with Noodles recipe is simple yet extremely flavorful. Whether it’s an ordinary evening or a special occasion, this dish will bring a touch of refinement to your table. Bon appétit!

 Ingredients: - 80 g bacon - 800 g slightly marbled beef - 2 cloves of garlic - 400 g onion - 1 heaping tablespoon of flour - 1-2 tablespoons of butter - 400 g champignon mushrooms - 2 tablespoons of olive oil - 3 tablespoons of broth - 500 ml red wine - 250 ml meat broth - 1 teaspoon thyme - 1 bay leaf - salt, pepper - 400 g noodles