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Another name for this recipe is Beef Burgundy due to the colour of this beef stew in the red wine, or as others say, it originated in Burgundy a region in France.. Its a French classic dish which is normally served with mashed potatoes and beans.
Perfect to have on a cold Wintry or Autumn day & very easy to make.
Hope you enjoy
RECIPE
Serves 4-6
1K topside or round steak
1 cup plain flour
Salt & pepper
4 rates of bacon, cut into strips
2 tablespoons olive oil
12 pickled onions, cut in half
300g sliced mushrooms
1 1/2 cups of red wine
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (or dried)
1 tablespoon chopped thyme (or dried)
2 bay leaves
Cut the steak into bite sizes and place in a deep bowl. Add the flour & coat well. Set aside.
On a hot frying pan, add the bacon and fry until golden. Drain any juices and set aside.
Add the olive oil in a deep pot, add the onions and stir for ham a min then add the bacon strips and beef. Keep stirring for a minute, the beef will start to cook and change colour. Add the mushrooms & red wine. Season with salt & pepper. Add thyme, bay leaves and parsley. Combine well. Bring to boil and simmer for 30mins.
Remove the bay leaves and it’s now ready to serve.
