Elegant Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon

🥩🍷 Slow-Cooked Beef Bourguignon

A rich and comforting French classic made easy in the slow cooker!

⏱️ Time

◾ Prep Time: 20 minutes

◾ Cook Time: 7–8 hours (LOW)

◾ Total Time: 7 hrs 20 min

🍽️ Servings: 6

🔥 Calories: ~450 kcal per serving

🛒 Ingredients

◾️ 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes

◾️ 1 tbsp olive oil

◾️ 1 large onion, chopped

◾️ 2 cloves garlic, minced

◾️ 1 tbsp tomato paste

◾️ 2 cups red wine (preferably Burgundy)

◾️ 2 cups beef broth

◾️ 2 bay leaves

◾️ 1 tsp dried thyme

◾️ 3 carrots, peeled & sliced

◾️ 2 potatoes, peeled & diced

◾️ 1 cup pearl onions, peeled

◾️ 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced

◾️ 1 tbsp flour + water (for thickening)

◾️ Salt & black pepper to taste

👨‍🍳 Directions:

1. 🔥 Brown the Beef

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown beef cubes in batches, then transfer to the slow cooker.

2. 🧄 Sauté the Aromatics

In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions and garlic for 3–4 minutes until soft. Add tomato paste and cook for 1 more minute.

3. 🍷 Deglaze with Wine

Pour in the red wine, scraping up the browned bits. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes to reduce slightly.

4. 🍲 Build the Base

Transfer wine mixture to the slow cooker. Add beef broth, bay leaves, and thyme. Stir to combine.

5. 🕒 Slow Cook

Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours, until beef is fork-tender.

6. 🥕 Add Veggies

In the last 30 minutes, add carrots, potatoes, pearl onions, and mushrooms.

7. 🥄 Thicken the Sauce

Mix flour with a splash of water to make a slurry. Stir it into the stew to thicken. Let it cook 10–15 more minutes.

8. 🧂 Season & Serve

Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Serve hot with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes. Bon appétit! 🇫🇷✨

✅ Tips for Success

✔️ Use a dry red wine (like Burgundy or Pinot Noir) for authentic depth.

✔️ Sear the meat well for max flavor.

✔️ Don't skip the tomato paste — it adds richness and body.