How to Make Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon - A Step-by-Step Guide

Beef Bourguignon is a classic French stew that is rich, hearty, and full of flavor. Traditionally, it is made by braising beef in red wine with aromatic vegetables, herbs, and sometimes bacon, resulting in a dish that is perfect for a cozy evening at home. However, the traditional method of cooking Beef Bourguignon can be time-consuming and require a lot of attention. That's why I love making it in the slow cooker!

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 medium onions, quartered
  • 2 pounds beef stew meat
  • 1 (750 milliliter) bottle red wine
  • 6 carrots, chopped into large chunks
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 large bay leaves
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 6 hrs 30 mins
  • Total Time: 6 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

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

    453 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 95mg
    • Sodium: 151mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 49mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 740mg