"Beef chunks are simmered in red wine in the slow cooker and results in a melt-in-your-mouth delicious stew. Make this crockpot version of the classic French stew - Beef Burgundy (Boeuf Bourguignon) in the morning and enjoy it for dinner!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 kilo or 2.2 lbs stewing Beef, (pref. chuck roast or chuck steak, cubed )
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2 tbsp Olive Oil, (or as needed)
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4 Bacon strips, (sliced)
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2 medium Onions or 1 pack pearl onions, (peeled (sliced if you are using regular onions))
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3 loves Garlic, (peeled and crushed)
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1 1/3 cup dry Red Wine, (use a good quality wine not the cooking wine but one you would actually drink)
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1 1/2 cups Carrots, (sliced (same size as cubed beef))
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1 1/2 cups red Potatoes, (sliced (same size as cubed beef))
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1 Bouquet Garni, (use fresh or dried (in sachet or packet) made of thyme, bay leaf and parsley )
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8 oz brown Mushrooms, (chopped (like mini-Bella))
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Salt and Pepper, (to taste)