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Bowl of slow-cooked beef bourguignon with carrots and herbs in rich red wine sauce under warm natural light.

Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon

A smiling woman in a modern kitchen, wearing a brown apron, preparing a delicious dish with fresh ingredients.Sorrel Calver
This Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon transforms a timeless French classic into an easy, one-pot comfort meal. Tender beef braised in red wine, garlic, and herbs creates deep flavor with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine French
Servings 6 servings
Calories 340 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting board

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 2 lbs beef chuck cut into cubes
  • 1 cup red wine Cabernet Sauvignon or Pinot Noir
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 medium carrots sliced
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 leaf bay leaf
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Heat a skillet and sear beef chunks until browned on all sides. Transfer to slow cooker.
  • In the same pan, sauté onions, garlic, and carrots for 3 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato paste and flour, coating vegetables well.
  • Add red wine and broth, scraping up browned bits, then transfer to the slow cooker.
  • Add thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4–5 hours, until beef is tender and sauce thickens.
  • Remove bay leaf and serve warm with potatoes or bread.

Notes

Use a dry red wine for the best flavor. Add mushrooms or pearl onions for a traditional touch. This dish tastes even better the next day.
Keyword beef bourguignon, french comfort food, one pot dinner, slow cooker recipe