Boeuf Bourguignon (Beef Stew With Red Wine, Mushrooms, and Bacon)

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Arguably the world's greatest beef stew.

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Opting for beef chuck roll, which is rich in collagen, ensures a tender and gelatinous texture, making the stew moist and richly flavored as it cooks.

Browning beef only on two sides before cubing it minimizes the loss of moisture, resulting in succulently tender meat throughout the stew.

Adding dry red wine with a touch of fish sauce and soy sauce contributes to a complex, savory depth, effectively elevating the stew's flavor without overpowering it with…