BURGUNDIAN BEEF AND BEANS

Steps:

• Trim the beef and cut into 2cm (3/4 inch) cubes.
• Heat half the oil in a heavy saucepan and brown the meat quickly in batches. Remove to a plate.
• Add the remaining oil with the onion, garlic and bacon and cook gently until the onion is soft.
• Add the carrot, celery, wine and tomato paste.
• Return the beef to the pan along with the bouquet garni.
• Season with a little salt and pepper to taste, cover and cook for 1 1/4 hours or until the meat is just tender.
• Drain the beans and add to the pan.
• Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
• Serve with a nice crusty bread.