This week I'm celebrating my first anniversary. So this meal is extra special to thank you for all the support over the last year. This week's meal includes Beef Bourguignon with Mashed Potatoes, Leafy Green Salad with VK Vinaigrette, and Chocolate Raspberry Macarons. So again, thank you; I love cooking for you. ❤️

Beef Bourguignon is a French beef stew braised in red wine and beef broth. The stew includes beef, carrots, pearl onions, and bacon. It's a classic homey french dish that I love. Julia Child described the dish as "certainly one of the most delicious beef dishes concocted by man."

I serve Beef Bourguignon over Mashed Potatoes. It just makes sense. I make my mashed potatoes truly over the top by using cream cheese, sour cream, butter, whole milk, and a lot of salt and pepper.

My VK Leafy Green Salad is simple but delicious. It is the perfect companion to the Beef Bourguignon with Mashed Potatoes. The salad consists of soft leafy greens with a classic vinaigrette: fresh garlic, champagne vinegar, dijon mustard, and olive oil.

The Chocolate Raspberry Macarons are the perfect little French dessert. The french macarons were made by my Sous Chef, an excellent baker. They are filled with rich chocolate ganache and raspberry jam. They are the perfect little sweet bite at the end of this very hearty meal.

I hope you enjoy this week's meal as much as I do. Next week's meal includes Herb-Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Pan Sauce, Bacon Wrapped Green Beans, and Chocolate Chip Cookies. It's a VK favorite!