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Slow-Simmered Holiday Beef Bourguignon with Aromatic Celeriac Crush

A sophisticated, antioxidant-rich update on a French classic, featuring lean beef shin and a lighter, mineral-dense celeriac alternative to traditional potatoes.

35 min hands-on · + 3 hrs slow cooking · serves 4 · about 760 calories per serving

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Sear the Beef for Slow-Simmered Holiday Beef Bourguignon with Aromatic Celeriac Crush
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Sear the Beef

Brown the beef batches in goose fat within a large casserole pan until golden, then set aside to drain.

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On the counter

  • Beef Shin, trimmed600g
  • Smoked Bacon Lardons100g
  • Shallots, peeled350g
  • Chestnut Mushrooms250g
  • Celeriac, cubed600g
  • Garlic Cloves, sliced2
  • Red Wine (Burgundy style)750ml
  • Tomato Puree1 tbsp
  • Goose Fat3 tsp
  • Olive Oil2 tbsp
  • Bouquet Garni1
  • Fresh Rosemary & Thyme3 sprigs
  • Bay Leaves2
  • Cardamom Pods4

Nutrition & balance

About 760 calories per person · serves 4

An estimate, not a nutrition label. Portions, ingredient brands and cooking methods affect the total.

To round out your plate

  • Add a side of leafy greens or colorful vegetables for variety and fiber.
  • This is a richer dish; pair it with vegetables or fruit and choose a portion that suits you.

Ask a healthcare professional whether vitamin D, B12, iron or any supplement is appropriate for your diet and health needs; food is the first step. Choose organic ingredients when possible.

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