French-Inspired Beef Bourguignon: A Scottish Claret Stew Delight

Beef in Claret Recipe 🥩🍷

Overview:

This Beef in Claret recipe pays homage to the historical gastronomic fusion between Scotland and France, where French claret wine intertwines with Scottish beef to create a sumptuous and flavorful stew. 🏴🇫🇷

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 4 hours
• Total Time: 4 hours and 30 minutes
• Serving: 6-8 servings
• Calories: 604.4 per serving

Ingredients:

• 5 slices of lean bacon
• 6-8 onions
• 2 cups button mushrooms
• 3 cloves garlic
• 4 tablespoons flour
• 5 cups Burgundy wine (claret)
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Fresh herbs (of your choice)
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1.5 kg stewing steak (cut into 1½” cubes)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Bacon and Onions:

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   • Cook the bacon in a frying pan until it is lightly browned.
   • Add the onions to the pan and cook uncovered for approximately ten minutes until translucent.

2. Add Mushrooms:

   • Mix in the button mushrooms, stir, cover, and continue cooking gently for another ten minutes.

3. Preheat Oven:

   • Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C/Gas Mark 2).

4. Brown the Meat:

   • Cut the stewing steak into cubes roughly 1½” square.
   • Heat oil in a separate frying pan and brown the meat cubes until golden on all sides.

5. Prepare Casserole:

   • Place the browned meat cubes in a casserole dish.

6. Add Flavors:

   • Sprinkle minced garlic over the meat.
   • Dust the flour evenly over the meat, ensuring each piece is coated.

7. Initial Bake:

   • Put the casserole, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 15 minutes to further brown the meat. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

8. Infuse with Wine:

   • Pour the Burgundy wine (claret) over the meat.
   • Season with salt, black pepper, and sugar.
   • Add your choice of fresh herbs for flavor enhancement.

9. Simmer:

   • Cover the casserole dish and let it simmer in the oven for approximately 3 hours or until the meat is tender and infused with the rich flavors of the wine and seasonings.

10. Final Touches:

    • Remove the casserole from the oven and stir in any remaining trimmings for added texture and taste.
    • Heat for an additional five minutes to ensure the dish is piping hot.

11. Serving:

    • Serve the Beef in Claret hot, alongside boiled potatoes sprinkled with freshly chopped parsley for a delightful accompaniment.

12. Enjoy!

    • If you have another bottle of Burgundy or Beaujolais wine available, it’s the perfect opportunity to complement the meal with a matching beverage for a truly immersive dining experience.

Tips:

• For an extra depth of flavor, consider marinating the meat in the Burgundy wine overnight before cooking.
• Experiment with different herbs such as thyme, rosemary, or bay leaves to customize the flavor profile to your liking.
• This dish pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or buttery mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen for longer preservation. Simply reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave before serving.

This Beef in Claret recipe is a celebration of culinary heritage, blending the robust flavors of Scottish beef with the elegant essence of French wine, resulting in a dish that is both comforting and sophisticated. Enjoy the fusion of flavors and the rich tapestry of history with every savory bite! 🍽🍷