In this episode of “Be My Guest with Ina Garten,” the legendary Ina Garten welcomes the equally legendary Julia Louis-Dreyfus to her beautiful barn for a one-of-a-kind cooking experience. Julia, an 11-time Emmy-winning actor, comedian, writer, and producer, brings her charm and wit to the kitchen as she joins Ina in preparing a delicious and comforting meal.
For this special occasion, Ina and Julia will be cooking up a classic French dish – Coq au Vin. This rich and flavorful chicken stew is a perfect dish for entertaining or cozying up at home. Let’s take a look at the ingredients you will need:
Ingredients:
– 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
– 1 bottle of good red wine
– 3 cups chicken broth
– 1 pound of mushrooms, sliced
– 1 large onion, diced
– 4 cloves of garlic, minced
– 4 slices of bacon, diced
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
– Fresh thyme
– Salt and pepper to taste
Now, let’s get cooking! Follow these simple instructions to recreate this delectable dish at home:
Instructions:
1. In a large Dutch oven, cook the bacon until crisp. Remove the bacon and set aside.
2. In the same pot, brown the chicken pieces in batches. Remove and set aside.
3. Add the onions, garlic, and mushrooms to the pot and cook until softened.
4. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to coat.
5. Pour in the red wine and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
6. Return the chicken to the pot and add the cooked bacon and thyme.
7. Cover and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the chicken is tender.
8. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve this mouthwatering Coq au Vin with crusty bread or over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes. Your guests will be impressed by this sophisticated yet homey dish that is sure to become a new favorite.
Thank you for joining us on this special cooking journey with Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Ina Garten. We hope you enjoy making and savoring this delightful meal with your loved ones. Happy cooking!
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