Slow Cooked Beef Stew
Everyone's favourite comforting beef stew made easily with the Baccarat The Tasty Chef 6L Slow Cooker.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 200g speck, cut into lardons
- 1.5kg chuck steak, diced
- ¼ cup plain flour 250ml red wine 500ml beef stock
- 2 garlic cloves, bruised 4 sprigs thyme
- 500g carrots, diced
- 500g baby potatoes, halved
- 200g button mushrooms, trimmed and halved Flaked salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ bunch parsley, to serve
METHOD
- Place the olive oil in a large pan over a medium-high heat. Add the speck and cook for 5 minutes until crispy, Add to the slow cooker.
- Season the flour with salt and pepper, toss the beef through ensuring each piece is well coated. Place the pan back over a medium-high heat and cook the beef in batches until well browned. Transfer the cooked beef to the slow cooker with the bacon.
- Place the pan back over the heat and deglaze the hot pan with the red wine. Add the stock, bring to a boil then transfer to the slow cooker.
- Add all remaining ingredients to the Baccarat The Tasty Chef 6L Slow Cooker and stir well to combine.
- Put the slow cooker lid into position then turn the appliance on. Press the up arrow to 08.0 (8 hours) then select the Low function. The decimal will flash to show the function has begun.
- Once the setting has completed, garnish with chopped parsley and serve with a green salad. Enjoy!
About Slow Cookers
Slow cookers, also known as crockpots, have become an essential tool in the kitchen for those seeking convenience and deliciously tender meals. These versatile appliances have gained popularity due to their ability to effortlessly transform simple ingredients into flavourful dishes with minimal effort. Whether you're a busy professional, a parent juggling multiple responsibilities, or simply someone who appreciates the art of slow cooking, a slow cooker is a must-have addition to your culinary arsenal.
One of the key advantages of using a slow cooker is the time-saving aspect. With our fast-paced lives, finding the time to prepare a home-cooked meal can be challenging. However, with a slow cooker, you can simply toss in your ingredients, set the desired cooking time, and let it work its magic while you attend to other tasks. This hands-off approach allows you to come home to a tantalising aroma and a perfectly cooked meal, ready to be enjoyed.
Another benefit of slow cookers is their ability to extract maximum flavour from ingredients. The low and steady heat of a slow cooker allows flavours to meld together, resulting in rich and complex tastes. Whether you're simmering a hearty stew, braising tender meats, or creating a flavourful soup, the slow cooking process ensures that every bite is infused with deliciousness.
Furthermore, slow cookers are incredibly versatile. From soups and stews to roasts and desserts, there is virtually no limit to what you can create in a slow cooker. It's a fantastic tool for experimenting with different flavours and cuisines, as the long cooking time allows for the development of deep and robust flavours.
In addition to their convenience and flavour-enhancing abilities, slow cookers are also energy-efficient. They use a fraction of the energy compared to traditional cooking methods, making them an eco-friendly choice for those conscious of their carbon footprint.
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