Slow-Cooker Beef & Wine Ragout Recipe

Name: Slow-Cooker Beef & Wine Ragout
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. oil, divided; 1 lb. pearl onions, peeled, halved; 2 lb. (900 g) stewing beef, cut into 1-1/2 inch cubes Safeway 1 lb For $5.49 thru 02/09; 1 can (156 mL) tomato paste; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups 25%-less-sodium beef broth; 1/2 cup dry red wine; 1/4 tsp. each salt and pepper; 3 Tbsp. flour; 1/4 cup water; 1/2 cup Philadelphia Light Cream Cheese Product

Servings: persons

3 Tbsp. oil, divided
1 lb. pearl onions, peeled, halved
2 lb. (900 g) stewing beef, cut into 1-1/2 inch cubes Safeway 1 lb For $5.49 thru 02/09
1 can (156 mL) tomato paste
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups 25%-less-sodium beef broth
1/2 cup dry red wine
1/4 tsp. each salt and pepper
3 Tbsp. flour
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup Philadelphia Light Cream Cheese Product

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Heat 1 Tbsp.
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oil in Dutch oven or deep large skillet on medium-high heat.
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Add onions; cook and stir 5 to 6 min.
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or until golden brown.
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Transfer to slow cooker.
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Heat remaining oil in pan.
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Add meat, in batches; cook 8 to 10 min.
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or until evenly browned, stirring frequently.
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Add meat to slow cooker.
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Stir in all remaining ingredients except flour, water and cream cheese product.
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Cover with lid.
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Cook on LOW 8 to 9 hours (or on HIGH 4 to 5 hours).
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Mix flour and water until well blended.
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Add to cream cheese product in medium bowl; mix well.
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Add to ingredients in slow cooker; stir until well blended.
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Cook, covered, on HIGH 15 min.
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or until sauce is slightly thickened.

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* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Tbsp. oil, divided, 1 lb. pearl onions, peeled, halved, 2 lb. (900 g) stewing beef, cut into 1-1/2 inch cubes Safeway 1 lb For $5.49 thru 02/09, 1 can (156 mL) tomato paste, and more.

Yes, Slow-Cooker Beef & Wine Ragout falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Slow-Cooker Beef & Wine Ragout

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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