Authentic Slow-Cooked Beef Bourguignon
A French bistro staple simmered for hours to develop deep, complex flavors from scratch, honoring its humble origins. This french-inspired slow cooker ready in about 210 minutes pairs (1-inch cubes) Beef chuck, (Burgundy recommended) Red wine, Beef broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 lb (1-inch cubes) Beef chuck
- 1 cup (Burgundy recommended) Red wine
- 1 cup Beef broth
- 1 cup Diced onions
- 2 medium, sliced Carrots
- 1 tbsp fresh Thyme
- 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat beef dry; season with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat; brown beef in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply seared.
- Step 3: Remove beef, then sauté onions and carrots for 5 minutes until softened; add thyme and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Deglaze pot with wine, scraping up browned bits; simmer for 5 minutes until wine reduces by half.
- Step 5: Return beef to pot with broth; bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for 3 hours until beef is fork-tender and sauce has thickened to coat the back of a spoon.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Authentic Slow-Cooked Beef Bourguignon take to make?
Total time is about 210 minutes (30 min prep + 180 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Authentic Slow-Cooked Beef Bourguignon?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (1-inch cubes) beef chuck from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Authentic Slow-Cooked Beef Bourguignon?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Authentic Slow-Cooked Beef Bourguignon for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Authentic Slow-Cooked Beef Bourguignon?
French slow cooker like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
