Boeuf Bourguignon

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 2-inch cubes
• 6 ounces bacon, diced
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bottle (750 ml) red Burgundy wine (Pinot Noir)
• 2 cups beef stock
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 bouquet garni (thyme, bay leaf, and parsley)
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 lb pearl onions, peeled
• 1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, quartered
• Salt
• pepper
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish