Jeannette Pépin, Jacques Pépin's mother, served this red wine–beef stew at her Lyon restaurant, Le Pélican, where she would cook tougher cuts of meat into a rich, luscious, comforting dish.

For those who prefer the classic charm of a traditional roast ... Beef Short Ribs with Mashed Potatoes by Ryan Scott Welcome dinner guests with the savory aroma of this elevated beef stew.