Beef Bourguignon

Directions

1. 1
   Fry the diced bacon in a large pot until browned and remove from pot.
2. 2
   Add mushrooms and onions to bacon fat and saute until soft, about five minutes.
3. 3
   Remove from pot.
4. 4
   Brown beef a little at a time, adding vegetable oil if needed.
5. 5
   Sprinkle flour over meat.
6. 6
   Add wine, stock, garlic, tomato paste and seasonings.
7. 7
   Cook in a slow oven, about 300 degrees, covered, for 2-3 hours.
8. 8
   I try to do this the day before and then let sit in the frig overnight,which makes the meat incredibly tender and flavourful.
9. 9
   Add bacon, mushrooms and onions and cook for at least another hour in a slow oven.
10. 10
    I sometimes roast some root vegetables- carrots, parsnips, turnip and potato and add for the last half hour, but it's equally tasty without.
11. 11
    You could also add a bit of hot sauce or Worcestershire sauce if you want to spice it up a bit.