Hearty Slow Cooker Beef Burgundy with Red Wine and Mushrooms

WW Beef Burgundy Recipe: A Rich, Hearty Dish

Cook Time: 5 hours
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes

Description

Elevate your mealtime with this indulgent yet Weight Watchers-friendly Beef Burgundy recipe, ideal for those who savor a hearty, flavorful dish without compromising on their points. Perfect for sharing with family or friends, this recipe is a classic example of rich, slow-cooked beef with a luxurious sauce. 🥩🍷

Ingredients

• 16 oz top round steaks, trimmed of fat and cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
• 2 onions, sliced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 1 cup condensed beef broth
• 1/3 cup red wine
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 8 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced
• Cooking spray for sautéing

Instructions

1. Prepare the Beef: Begin by trimming any excess fat from the top round steaks. Cut the beef into 1 1/2-inch cubes, ensuring even pieces for consistent cooking.

2. Brown the Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly coat the skillet with cooking spray. Add the beef cubes in batches if necessary, to avoid overcrowding the pan. Sauté until the steak pieces are well browned on all sides, which should take about 5 minutes. Once browned, transfer the beef to a slow cooker.

3. Sauté Onions and Garlic: In the same skillet that you used for the beef, add the sliced onions and minced garlic. Sauté over medium heat until the onions become tender and translucent, approximately 5 minutes. This step is crucial for developing a deep, flavorful base for the sauce.

4. Add Flour: Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic. Stir constantly and cook for an additional minute to allow the flour to cook out its raw flavor, blending it into the onions and garlic.

5. Prepare the Sauce: Gradually add the condensed beef broth, red wine, and tomato paste to the skillet. Stir continuously to ensure the mixture is smooth and to incorporate all the flavors. Cook the sauce for about 1 minute, or until it begins to thicken slightly.

6. Combine Ingredients: Add the sliced mushrooms, thyme, salt, pepper, and bay leaf to the skillet. Stir everything together to combine well. Pour this mixture over the beef in the slow cooker, ensuring that the beef is evenly covered with the sauce.

7. Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on high for 1 hour. After this initial hour, reduce the heat to low and continue cooking for an additional 4 1/2 hours. This long, slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld beautifully and the beef to become tender and flavorful.

8. Final Touches: After cooking, remove and discard the bay leaf. Give the beef mixture a final stir. For a classic touch, serve the Beef Burgundy over egg noodles, ensuring each serving includes both the savory beef mixture and a portion of noodles. A serving size is 1 cup of the beef mixture accompanied by 1/2 cup of cooked noodles.

Enjoy this savory and satisfying Beef Burgundy that brings together a rich blend of flavors and textures, perfect for a comforting meal. Bon appétit! 🍽️✨