Beef Bourguignon
Beef bourguignonne, a traditional French stew, is perfect for drafty winter days. The classic Burgundian peasant dish, which is sometimes referred to as boeuf bourguignon or boeuf a la bourguignonne, consists of beef slowly simmered in red wine, mushrooms and bacon until tender. It's a rib-sticking, warming dish that isn't difficult to make—but there are a few things worth keeping in mind when preparing it. Here are a few of our best beef bourguignonne pointers.