Ingredients
For 4 servings.
- 1 kg beef cheeks (large pieces)
- 150 g smoked bacon lardons
- 2 onions, sliced
- 30 g butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 750 ml dark (or amber) beer
- 250 ml water
- Bouquet garni
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- Salt, pepper
Method
Detailed steps.
Prep: slice onions; pat meat dry. Heat oven to 180°C.
In a Dutch oven, melt butter. Brown lardons, then brown beef cheeks on all sides.
Add onions and cook until soft and lightly caramelized.
Stir in flour and cook 1–2 minutes.
Add beer and water. Add bouquet garni and brown sugar. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Cover and bake 2 h 30–3 h, stirring once halfway.
Reduce uncovered 10–15 minutes if needed. Season and serve with potatoes or fries.