Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Beef Bourguignon and Colcannon

Beef Bourguignon and Colcannon: 5 Irresistible Comfort Flavors

A classic French beef stew with rich flavors and tender meat, served with traditional Irish colcannon mash.

  • Total Time: 3 hours
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes
  • 4 cups red wine
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 bouquet garni (thyme, bay leaf, parsley)
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup cabbage, chopped
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 4 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large pot, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add beef to the pot and brown on all sides.
  4. Add onions, carrots, and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in flour and tomato paste. Cook for 2 minutes.
  6. Pour in red wine and beef broth. Add bouquet garni.
  7. Bring to a boil, then cover and transfer to the oven. Cook for 2 hours.
  8. In a separate pot, boil potatoes until tender. Drain and mash.
  9. Add milk, butter, and cabbage to the potatoes. Mix well.
  10. After 2 hours, add mushrooms to the beef stew. Cook for an additional 30 minutes.
  11. Serve beef bourguignon with colcannon on the side.

Notes

  • You can use any red wine for this dish.
  • Letting the stew rest enhances the flavors.
  • Colcannon can be made with kale instead of cabbage.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Braising
  • Cuisine: French and Irish
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: Beef Bourguignon, Colcannon, French stew, Irish mash