Bourguignon de Champignons

Bourguignon de Champignons is a rich and hearty vegetarian take on the classic French beef bourguignon, featuring tender mushrooms simmered in a robust red wine sauce. This dish is perfect for a cozy lunch, bursting with deep flavors and aromatic herbs.

Ingredients

• Mushrooms (mixed, such as cremini and shiitake) - 300 grams, sliced
• Red wine (preferably Burgundy) - 250 ml
• Vegetable broth - 150 ml
• Carrots - 2 medium, sliced
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh thyme - 1 teaspoon, chopped
• Bay leaf - 1
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon (optional, for thickening)
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onions and sauté until they become translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic and sliced carrots to the skillet, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the carrots start to soften.
3. Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and begin to brown, about 6-8 minutes.
4. Pour in the red wine and vegetable broth, and add the thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
5. Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet, allowing the bourguignon to simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with a small amount of water to create a slurry, then stir it into the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes until thickened.
7. Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve the bourguignon hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 480 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Mushrooms are a great source of antioxidants and can support immune function.
• Carrots provide essential vitamins and minerals, including beta-carotene, which is beneficial for eye health.

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