Beef Bourguignon

Directions

1. 1
   Fry salt pork until crisp; drain.
2. 2
   In 2 tablespoons of drippings, brown beef slowly on all sides.
3. 3
   Sprinkle with salt, few grindings of pepper and flour.
4. 4
   Toss to coat evenly.
5. 5
   Place in heavy 2-quart casserole; add salt pork.
6. 6
   To frying pan, add wine, water, herb bouquet and garlic.
7. 7
   Bring to boil; pour over meat. Cover tightly.
8. 8
   Cook in 350° oven until tender, about 2 hours. Skim off all fat.
9. 9
   Saute raw onions and mushrooms in a little of the fat a few minutes.
10. 10
    Add onions to beef; cook 30 minutes.
11. 11
    Add mushrooms and cook 10 minutes.
12. 12
    Adjust seasonings.
13. 13
    Top with parsley.
14. 14
    Serve over noodles or potatoes and your favorite vegetables surrounding it.