Bitchy Beef Bourguignonne Recipe

• 1 x Onion, coarsely minced
• 2 Tbsp. Minced fresh parsley -or possibly-
• 1 Tbsp. Dry parsley flakes
• 1 tsp Crushed dry leaf thyme
• 2 x Bay leaves
• 2 Tbsp. Coarsely grnd black pepper
• 2 Tbsp. Pickled green peppercorns, crushed
• 2 Tbsp. Extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil
• 3 c. Burgundy or possibly other dry red wine
• 3 lb Beef sirloin, cut in 1" cubes
• 2 Tbsp. Lard
• 1/4 c. Unsalted butter
• 1/4 c. Dry brandy
• 2 c. Double-strength beef broth
• 36 sm White boiling onions
• 2 x Cloves (large) garlic, chopped Salt to taste

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