Slow Cooker Beef Burgundy with Wine and Mushrooms
Rich, tender beef stew braised in burgundy wine with bacon, vegetables, and mushrooms in your slow cooker. The wine adds depth while the long, slow cooking breaks down tough stew meat into fork-tender pieces. Perfect for cold weather dinners or when you want an elegant meal with minimal hands-on time. Serve over egg noodles for a complete, satisfying meal that feels restaurant-quality but requires little effort.
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon
- 2 lbs beef stew meat
- 2 carrots, cut into chunks
- 1 onion, sliced
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon dried marjoram
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 12 ounces condensed beef broth
- ½ cup Burgundy wine or other dry red winebeef broth1:1alcohol-free
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- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 3 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 16 ounces egg noodles, uncooked
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Cook bacon until crisp, drain and crumble
- 2
Place beef, bacon, carrots, and onions in bottom of crock pot
- 3
Whisk together flour, marjoram, garlic powder, and pepper with broth, wine and Worcestershire sauce
- 4
Pour mixture into crockpot
- 5
Cook on high for 1 hour
- 6
Reduce to low and cook for 5-6 hours
- 7
Add mushrooms to crock pot
- 8
Cook on high for 30 minutes or until mushrooms are cooked to your liking
- 9
While mushrooms are cooking, prepare noodles according to package directions
- 10
Serve beef over noodles garnished with parsley
Tips
Brown the bacon first to render fat and add smoky flavor throughout the dish
Don't skip the flour mixture - it helps thicken the sauce as it cooks
Add mushrooms near the end to prevent them from becoming mushy
Good to Know
Refrigerate up to 3 days in airtight container
Can be made 1 day ahead, reheat gently on stovetop
Serve hot over egg noodles with fresh parsley
Common Mistakes
Don't overcook mushrooms to avoid mushy texture
Don't skip browning bacon for best flavor
Don't add all wine at once if substituting cooking wine
Substitutions
FAQ
Can I use a different cut of beef?
Yes, chuck roast cut into chunks works well and may be more tender. Avoid lean cuts like sirloin as they'll become tough with long cooking.
What if I don't have burgundy wine?
Any dry red wine works, or substitute with additional beef broth. The wine adds depth but the dish is still delicious without it.
How long will leftovers keep?
Store in refrigerator up to 3 days. The flavors actually improve overnight. Reheat gently on stovetop, adding broth if needed.