Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon

Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon

6 servings
The secret to beef bourguignon? Slow cooking! This is a slow cooker beef bourguignon that tastes delicious after a long, slow simmer. It is even better if you make it ahead and let the flavors meld overnight.

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 medium onions

    quartered

  • 2 pounds beef stew meat
  • 1 bottle red wine

    750 milliliter

  • 6 carrots

    chopped into large chunks

  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 large bay leaves
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef stew meat and cook until browned, 5 to 8 minutes. Brown beef in batches if necessary, making sure to not overcrowd the pan, otherwise the beef won't brown. Remove browned beef from the skillet and place in the slow cooker.

  2. 2

    Add onion to the skillet. Cook and stir until softened and beginning to take some color, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer onion to the slow cooker.

  3. 3

    Place skillet back on medium-high heat and pour in half of the wine. Bring the wine to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Remove from heat and carefully pour into the slow cooker along with the remaining wine. Add carrots, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.

  4. 4

    Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.

Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon

Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon

405 min6 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving a truly satisfying, classic beef bourguignon that fills your home with incredible aroma and delivers melt-in-your-mouth tenderness? This slow cooker recipe brings the rich, deep flavors of this beloved French stew right to your table with minimal fuss, transforming simple ingredients into a gourmet experience.The secret to an unforgettable beef bourguignon lies in the magic of slow cooking. Letting humble beef stew meat simmer gently for hours transforms it into fork-tender perfection, ensuring every bite is wonderfully succulent. This extended cooking time also allows the complex flavors of red wine, sweet onions, earthy carrots, and aromatic herbs like thyme and bay leaves to fully meld and deepen. It's truly a dish that benefits from patience, offering even more profound and harmonious flavors if you prepare it a day in advance.Prepare for a hearty and incredibly flavorful experience that warms you from the inside out. You'll savor succulent pieces of beef, infused with the robust and fruity notes of red wine and the subtle sweetness of cooked onions. The carrots soften to a delightful tenderness, providing a natural sweetness that complements the rich, savory sauce. Each spoonful offers a comforting warmth and a harmonious blend of flavors, making it the ultimate comfort food that tastes even better as the ingredients have time to develop their full potential. This is a robust, savory dish with a velvety, rich sauce perfect for chilly evenings.While this recipe's core ingredients create a perfect harmony, you can tailor it slightly to your preference. When selecting your red wine, consider a dry variety like Pinot Noir or Cabernet Sauvignon to influence the sauce's depth and character. For the ultimate flavor development, embrace the make-ahead tip mentioned in the description: preparing the bourguignon the day before serving allows the ingredients to truly deepen their embrace, yielding an even more spectacular and cohesive dish.This Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon is ideal for a comforting family dinner, a cozy weekend meal, or a relaxed gathering with friends. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or a crusty baguette to soak up every last drop of the exquisite, rich sauce. It's a satisfying centerpiece for any occasion.

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