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Cozy Slow Cooker Beef Stew with Red Wine

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A rich and comforting slow cooker beef stew infused with red wine, perfect for chilly winter evenings. Tender beef and earthy vegetables simmer slowly to create a hearty, flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1½-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (optional, for browning)
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup (240 ml) dry red wine (e.g., Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot)
  • 2 cups (480 ml) beef broth, homemade or low-sodium
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed (Yukon Gold recommended)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons flour (optional, for thickening)
  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches, about 3-4 minutes per batch, then transfer to the slow cooker. (Optional but recommended)
  3. In the same skillet, sauté diced onion, chopped celery, and carrots until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute. Transfer vegetables to the slow cooker.
  4. Pour red wine into the skillet to deglaze, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly, then pour into the slow cooker.
  5. Add beef broth, tomato paste, bay leaves, and thyme to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine.
  6. Add cubed potatoes, spreading evenly.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours until beef is fork-tender and potatoes are soft.
  8. About 30 minutes before serving, mix flour with cold water to make a slurry. Stir into the stew to thicken the broth. Replace the lid and finish cooking.
  9. Remove bay leaves and thyme stems. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  10. Ladle stew into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Browning the beef is optional but adds depth of flavor. Use a dry red wine you enjoy drinking. For gluten-free, substitute flour with cornstarch or arrowroot powder. Keep the slow cooker lid on as much as possible to maintain heat and moisture. Let stew rest 10 minutes after cooking for flavors to settle.

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