Anthony Bourdain’s Beef Bourguignon with Turkey Bacon Twist
A delicious twist on the classic beef bourguignon featuring turkey bacon for a lighter take on this beloved dish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: stove-top
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: none
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 8 ounces turkey bacon, diced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups red wine
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add olive oil, then brown the beef cubes on all sides.
- Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Stir in carrots, beef broth, red wine, bay leaves, and thyme; bring to a simmer.
- Return the turkey bacon to the pot. Cover and cook for 2-3 hours until beef is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, let the stew sit overnight before serving.
- Serve with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Anthony Bourdain, Beef Bourguignon, Turkey Bacon, Recipe