Delicious Crock Pot Beef Bourguignon

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic red wine

💰Cheaper: white wine

Non-alcoholic options are lower in calories, while white wine can be more affordable.

beef

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: pork

Lean beef has a better dietary profile, while pork can be a more budget-friendly option.

Cook bacon in a large skillet until crispy, then remove bacon and leave grease in the skillet.

In a bowl, add 3 lbs of chuck roast cut into 1-inch pieces and 2 teaspoons of flour; stir to combine.

Fry the pieces of beef in the bacon grease.

In a medium bowl, add 2 cups of beef broth and 2 tablespoons of tomato paste; whisk until combined.

In the slow cooker, add the browned beef, chopped bacon, onion, carrots cut into large pieces, 3 cups of red wine, 1/2 teaspoon of thyme, mushrooms, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

Pour the tomato mixture over the ingredients in the slow cooker and add bay leaves.

Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.

Once ready, remove bay leaves, stir to combine, and add fresh parsley before serving.

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