Here’s the classic Beef Bourguignon from Julia Child. It’s the essential one pot meal that will have you crying it’s so good.
When I was a kid, my mom had Julia Child’s Mastering the Art of French Cooking and she still has it in her kitchen today as do I. It’s a hard back megalith cookbook with these cute little turquoise dots (stars) and orange flowers (fleur de lis) with no pictures. Whaaaaaat???!!! When I first started cooking I was completely intimidated by it.
Beef Bourguignon is one of those dishes that just gets better as it sits. Allow the classic french stew to cool completely and transfer it to an airtight container and keep refrigerated. It will keep for 5-7 days. You can also freeze the leftovers, and they will keep for up to three months.
Is Julia Child’s cookbook hard to use?
However over the years, I’ve come to enjoy actually reading cookbooks cover to cover, Julia Child’s in particular. Even though there aren’t any photos, her wit and humor shine through and, of course, her recipes are spot on.
I love Julia Child’s meticulous attention to detail. She writes the mother recipe first and then how to make variations from there. I love her picks for side dishes and wine. She leaves nothing uncovered. Not only that, I feel good opening her book and spending time with her in the kitchen. Crank up a little Edith Piath and open a bottle of Louis Jadot, oh heck yeah! I am so in Paris!!! Julia and I are so totally rockin’ BFFs! (Ok, sorry about that last bit. That was little much, a little too much Louis Jadot talking there. If I committed some kind of culinary sacrilege… my apologies.)
Read the Beef Bourguignon recipe below. Here’s the link to Julia Child’s PBS web sight. Make the recipe. Go out and get her book, or click on the Amazon link below. It’s priceless. It’s historic. It’s delicious. While you’re at it buy her videos, kiss your sweetheart like you mean it, donate to PBS, and take in a rescue dog or cat. Your life will be better for it. I promise.
Does Beef Stew Freeze Well? 5 Steps To Freeze It
FAQ
How do you defrost Beef Bourguignon?
Can you freeze beef stew with potatoes and carrots in it?
Does cooked beef stew freeze well?
Is Beef Bourguignon good reheated?
Can you freeze beef bourguignon?
Freezing Beef Bourguignon is so easy! It’s a great recipe to tuck away into the freezer and pull out when you need a quick and easy dinner. I suggest that you store the cooked Beef Bourguignon in a freezer-friendly plastic bag. And then you can store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Can You reheat cooked beef bourguignon?
I suggest that you store the cooked Beef Bourguignon in a freezer-friendly plastic bag. And then you can store it in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to reheat, let it thaw in the refrigerator before reheating first.
Can you freeze cooked beef stew?
Yes, you can! Properly stored, cooked beef stew will last for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator. To further extend the shelf life of cooked beef stew, freeze it; freeze in covered airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags. I like to freeze it in freezer bags or a sealing bag that locks in all the flavors.
Can you freeze Julia Child’s beef Burgundy?
The taste will develop overnight and you will have the most delicious and rich stew ever. Julia Child’s Beef Burgundy is perfect for dinner parties. You can double the recipe up to feed a crowd. This classic stew freezes beautifully. You can store the leftovers in the freezer for up to 3 months.