Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff
Effortlessly cook this mouthwateringly tender Slow cooker Beef Stroganoff recipe in the Baccarat The Tasty Chef 6L Slow Cooker while you go about your day.
Serves 4
INGREDIENTS
- 700gm beef chuck steak
- Olive oil
- 2 onions, thinly sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- Punnet of brown mushrooms
- 2tbs plain flour
- 1 tbs of smoked paprika
- Beef stock – 1 cup, use more if mixture is too thick
- 2 tbs tomato paste
- 11/2 tbs Worcestershire sauce
- 5 tbs sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped chives for garnish
METHOD
- Cut beef into cubes and season with salt and pepper. In a heavy based frypan, fry cubes until browned.
- Transfer beef cubes into the Baccarat The Tasty Chef 6L Slow Cooker.
- In the same frypan, cook off mushrooms and onions for approximately 4-5 minutes or until slightly soft. Stir in flour and paprika. Place into slow cooker.
- Add beef stock, Worcestershire sauce and mix until all combined. Add salt and pepper to taste if required.
- Cook on high for 3.5 – 4 hours or slow for 6-7. If mixture is becoming too thick, stir in more beef stock until desired, saucy consistency is obtained.
- When cooked, stir in sour cream and when well combined and hot, serve with mash potato or pasta. Garnish with chopped chives.
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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