French Limoges Guy Degreene Art Deco Serving Dish outlet

This is truly an amazing find. It's an art deco casserole. It's a piece from a commissioned set by Guy Degrenne. It's called Nouveau Mexique Decor Exclusif Special Lave Vaisselle. It's stunning in it's simplicity. The decoration and condition is perfect. The casserole is 24 cm by 8 cm. You could also use this as a soup tureen.

Enjoy!

Serve this classic dish in this classic dish.....

Beef Bourguignon

3 Lbs. 5 Oz Boneless Beef Rump, Blade or Chuck Roast, Cut into 1-inch Pieces
3 Cups Red Wine - Preferably Burgundy
3 Garlic Cloves, Crushed
Bouquet Garni
5 Tbsp. Butter
1 Onion, Chopped
1 Carrot, Chopped
2 Tbsp. Four
7 Oz. Bacon, Cut into Short Strips
10 Small Shallots - Peeled but left whole
8 Oz. Small Crimini or White Button Mushrooms

1. Cut the meat into 1 1/2 inch cubes and trim away any excess fat. Put the meat, wine garlic and bouquet garni in a large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and leave in the fridge for at least 3 hours, perferably overnight.
2. Preheat the over to 315 F. Drain the meat, reserving the marinade and bouquet garni. Dry the meat on paper towels. Heat 2.5 tbsp. of the butter in a large frying pan over high heat. Fry the meat in batches for about 5 minutes until well browned.
3. Pour the reserved marinade into the frying pan and boil, stirring for 30 seconds to deglaze the pan. Remove from the heat. Return the casserole to high heat, place the meat and vegetables in the casserole and sprinkle the meat and vegetables with the flour. Cook, stirring constantly until the meat is well coated with the flour. Pour in the marinade and stir well. Bring to a boil again, stirring constantly, then cover and cook in the oven for 2 hours.
4. Heat the remaining butter in a clean frying pan and cook the bacon and shallots, stirring for 8 to 10 minutes or until the shallots are softened but not browned. Add the mushrooms and cook stirring occasionally for 2 to 3 minutes or until browned. Drain on paper towels. Add the shallots, bacon and mushrooms to the casserole.
5. Re-cover the casserole and return to the oven for 30 minutes or until the meat is soft and tender. Discard the bouquet garni. Season with salt and pepper if needed and skim any fat from the surface before serving in this beautiful tureen.

Enjoy!

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Now for the fine print.

I only purchase items that I would have in my home in rural France and I hope that you love what you have ordered. You will get a confirmation of your order as soon as the order is placed. I will get your order shipped within 3 to 5 days after payment has been cleared. Unfortunately, I can't accept exchanges or returns.

I almost always purchase items in perfect or near perfect condition unless it's something that is either very unusual or I believe I'll never see anything like it again. Sometimes, I just can't pass something up that might show some age. If you need more information about any item, I'm happy to take additional photos or chat on email. All items are sold ‘as is'. It's also difficult to determine the age of some of the items – I depend on the people who I purchase from to get as much information as possible.

I will pack your order as securely as possible. I ship from rural France via La Poste/Chronopost/Colissimo which means that it can take up to 2 weeks to arrive to the USA.

I can not be responsible or predetermine any customs delays. All import taxes and customs fees are your responsibility and in accordance with the requirements of the country of destination. If you require insurance for your purchase, please outlet let me know and I can make prior arrangements for you. Any additional costs can be added to your order before checkout and payment.

Your order will require a signature on delivery and based on the delivery address provided at the time of your order. If your order is returned to me because no one was available to sign for the package or the address provided was incorrect, the shipping charges will not be refunded. Contact me and we can see about re-delivery.

If your item arrives in damaged packaging, please do not open the package. Either obtain a declaration/proof from the delivery person or take it, unopened, to your local post office. This will facilitate a claim.

Well, that's it. If you've read this far, thanks so much, enjoy your wonderful item from France and I hope to hear from you again soon.