Name: Delicious Slow Cooked Burgundy Beef with Rich Flavor Boosts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 15 min
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 3 lbs (1.4 kg) beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 medium carrots, sliced into 1-inch pieces; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 8 oz (225 g) button mushrooms, halved; 2 cups (480 ml) Burgundy wine (or any dry red wine); 2 cups (480 ml) beef broth; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme); 2 bay leaves; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; Salt and black pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening); Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Description

This Slow Cooked Burgundy Beef is a comforting dish that envelops you in rich, deep flavors and tender textures. Perfect for family dinners, it’s easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients

Scale

3 lbs (1.4 kg) beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 medium carrots, sliced into 1-inch pieces
2 stalks celery, chopped
8 oz (225 g) button mushrooms, halved
2 cups (480 ml) Burgundy wine (or any dry red wine)
2 cups (480 ml) beef broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Start by heating 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the 3 lbs of beef chuck roast cubes. Sear the beef for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until the pieces are browned on all sides.
Once the beef is browned, transfer it to your slow cooker. In the same skillet, add 1 medium diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent. Stir in 2 minced cloves of garlic and cook for an additional minute, just until fragrant.
Next, add the sautéed onions and garlic to the slow cooker with the beef. Toss in 3 sliced carrots, 2 chopped celery stalks, and 8 oz of halved button mushrooms.
Pour in 2 cups of Burgundy wine and 2 cups of beef broth to the slow cooker. Add 1 tablespoon of tomato paste, 2 teaspoons of fresh thyme leaves, 2 bay leaves, and 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Give everything a good stir to combine all the flavors.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours. The beef should be fork-tender and the flavors well developed.
If you prefer a thicker sauce, about 30 minutes before serving, mix 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour with a little water to make a slurry. Stir this into the slow cooker and let it cook uncovered for the remaining time to thicken the sauce.
Once done, remove the bay leaves and taste the sauce, adjusting seasoning as necessary. Serve the Slow Cooked Burgundy Beef hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: French

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 450
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 800 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 20 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 35 g
Cholesterol: 100 mg

Keywords: For a gluten-free option, you can use cornstarch instead of flour for thickening. Let the beef rest for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.