Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon Recipe
This Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon is a rich and comforting French stew featuring tender beef chuck simmered in red wine, beef broth, and aromatic herbs. Slow-cooked to perfection with mushrooms, carrots, and onions, it offers deep flavors perfect for a hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 7 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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Beef and Coating
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, quartered
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Liquids and Seasonings
- 2 cups Pinot Noir wine
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper. Toss the beef chuck cubes in this mixture until they are evenly coated with the seasoned flour.
- Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the coated beef cubes in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan, to get a nice sear. Transfer the browned beef to the slow cooker as you finish each batch.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add diced onion and sliced carrots. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Deglaze and Prepare Sauce: Pour in the Pinot Noir, scraping up any browned bits stuck to the skillet bottom. Bring the wine to a simmer, then stir in the beef broth, tomato paste, dried thyme, and bay leaf. Mix everything well to combine the sauce.
- Combine in Slow Cooker: Pour the wine and broth mixture over the beef in the slow cooker. Add the quartered mushrooms and gently stir to combine all the ingredients evenly.
- Cook the Stew: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and flavors meld beautifully.
- Finish and Serve: Once cooked, remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the beef bourguignon hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley for a bright finish.
Notes
- Use a good quality Pinot Noir for best flavor.
- For a thicker sauce, you can remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking to reduce the liquid.
- If you prefer, add cooked bacon for additional smoky flavor.
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or crusty bread.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and taste even better the next day.
Keywords: Beef Bourguignon, Slow Cooker Beef, French Stew, Slow Cooker Recipes, Comfort Food, Red Wine Stew
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