Boeuf Bourguignonne

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Using a large, heavy skillet over medium heat, add the cubes of salt pork. Cook, stirring with a slotted spoon, until they are crisp. Remove the cubes and set aside. Leave the rendered fat in the skillet.

2. Step 2

   Add the cubes of beef to the skillet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and brown over high heat, stirring and turning the pieces often, for about 10 minutes.

3. Step 3

   Add the garlic, onions and mushrooms, stirring often. Sprinkle with flour and stir to coat evenly.

4. Step 4

   Add the wine and stir. Add the saltpork cubes, cloves, allspice, bay leaf, thyme and parsley; salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 1½ hours or until meat is tender.

5. Step 5

   Remove the bay leaf, parsley sprigs and any fat on top.