9 Beef Bourguignon Recipes for When You're Feeling French

Beef Bourguignon Without the Burgundy
Photo by Kim's Cooking Now!.

Feeling fancy? Whip up one of these hearty, melt-in-your mouth beef Burgundy recipes that would make Julia Child proud. The classic French stew, made with red wine-braised meat and vegetables, is the perfect choice for your next special occasion. From traditional, restaurant-worthy recipes to quick and easy dinners you can throw together on busy weeknights, turn to this collection of beef bourguignon recipes next time you're in need of an elegant French meal.

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Boeuf Bourguignon

beef burgundy in a stainless steel braising dish, garnished with a parsley sprig
lutzflcat

Here's a classic boeuf bourguignon recipe that's sure to impress. "I made this exactly as written and loved it," says recipe creator Love2Cook. "It's very hearty and gets even better a day or two later."

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Instant Pot Beef Bourguignon

Instant Pot® Beef Bourguignon
lutzflcat

It takes just a little over an hour to make this hearty stew in your trusty Instant Pot, so it's the perfect fancy (yet surprisingly easy) dinner to make on a busy weeknight.

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Beef Bourguignon Without the Burgundy

Beef Bourguignon Without the Burgundy
Photo by Kim's Cooking Now!.

Chef John's take on the classic French dish calls for beef braised in Merlot wine instead of the traditional Burgundy. Serve over hearty pasta or mashed potatoes.

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Vegetarian Bourguignon

Vegetarian Bourguignon
Buckwheat Queen

Eggplant and mushrooms, braised in a hearty red wine, serve as nutritious stand-ins for meat in this vegetarian twist on beef Bourguignon.

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Beef Burgundy Casserole

Beef Burgundy Casserole on a yellow plate
Joey Joan

It couldn't be easier to make this creamy beef Burgundy in the oven with fewer than 10 convenient ingredients, like a can condensed cream of mushroom soup and a package of herb and lemon soup mix.

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Jennifer's Burgundy Beef Stew

Jennifer's Burgundy Beef Stew
Jennifer's Burgundy Beef Stew | Photo by naples34102.

"This is a great comfort food for those cold winter days," according to recipe creator Jennifer, who recommends serving in pre-warmed soup bowls with salad and French bread.

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Beef Bourguignon I

Beef Bourguignon I
catherine.drew

This traditional beef bourguignon is a labor of love, but it's well worth the extra work. "This was hands down the single best dish to ever come out of my kitchen," raves reviewer Lisa Nichols.

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Beef Meatball Bourguignon

Beef Meatball Bourguignon
brendaapr68

Fried meatballs are cooked in a red wine- and beef broth-based stew with flavorful herbs and spices. "Even though the cook time is rather long, it is a fairly simple recipe to make and a favorite of mine," says recipe creator brendaapr68.

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Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon

beef bourguignon made in the slow cooker
stella

Beef Bourguignon is traditionally slow cooked, so why not just make it in your slow cooker? This is a recipe that is great to make ahead, as the stew tastes even better the next day.

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If you like these recipes, try another one of our Best French Soups or Stews. Plus, explore our entire collection of French Recipes.

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