Braised Beef In Barolo (Crock Pot) Recipe

Name: Braised Beef In Barolo (Crock Pot)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 lbs roast beef (eye of the round roast or another lean cut); 2 1/2 cups red wine (Barolo); 2 carrots, sliced; 2 onions, chopped; 1 stalk celery, sliced; 1 -2 garlic clove, minced; 1 teaspoon sage; 1 teaspoon rosemary; 1 bay leaf; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons bacon fat; 1/2 cup red wine (Barolo); 1 cup beef broth; 1 pinch unsweetened cocoa powder

Servings: persons

6 lbs roast beef (eye of the round roast or another lean cut)
2 1/2 cups red wine (Barolo)
2 carrots, sliced
2 onions, chopped
1 stalk celery, sliced
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon sage
1 teaspoon rosemary
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons bacon fat
1/2 cup red wine (Barolo)
1 cup beef broth
1 pinch unsweetened cocoa powder

1
Tie the beef with kitchen string & place in a large dish; add the next 10 ingredients and let marinade for 6 to 7 hours.
2
Drain the meat, reserving the marinade and pat dry with paper towels.
3
Heat the butter, oil & bacon fat in a pan; add the meat and cook over high heat, turning frequently, until browned all over, then transfer to a slow cooker.
4
Tip the pan and remove as much fat as possible, then deglaze pan with remaining wine & pour over beef; add marinade & beef broth to slow cooker.
5
Cook on low for 7 to 8 hours; the meat is cooked when it feels very tender at the pricking of a knife or fork.
6
Remove beef from slow cooker & remove kitchen string; tent for about 10 minutes before carving.
7
Make Sauce: Remove bay leaf, stir in cocoa powder & pour liquid into a blender or food processor; being careful with this hot liquid, process until smooth.
8
If desired, thicken on stove top using flour, corn starch or arrowroot.

2081

kcal

Calories

144

Fat

Carbs

190

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 lbs roast beef (eye of the round roast or another lean cut), 2 1/2 cups red wine (Barolo), 2 carrots, sliced, 2 onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Braised Beef In Barolo (Crock Pot) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Braised Beef In Barolo (Crock Pot)

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Variations & substitutions

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