Beef Stew with Chestnuts and Red Wine in Slow Cooker, a tender and flavorful autumn main course, perfect to prepare leisurely and enjoy warm on colder days.
The beef stew with chestnuts and red wine is one of those recipes that can transform a few ingredients into a dish rich in taste and aroma. Thanks to the slow cooking in the slow cooker, the meat becomes very tender and is flavored with wine and chestnuts, which add an irresistible sweet and autumnal note.
It’s an easy and stress-free recipe, perfect for those who love warm and comforting dishes but don’t have time to constantly monitor the stove. Just put all the ingredients in the slow cooker, set the slow cooker on HIGH for 4 hours, and let it do everything by itself. The result is a juicy stew, with a creamy and fragrant red wine gravy, ideal to accompany with mashed potatoes or polenta.
A simple but special dish, perfect for Sunday lunches or a dinner that smells of autumn.
Let’s see step by step how to prepare the beef stew with chestnuts and red wine in slow cooker.
At the bottom of the recipe, in the FAQ section, I answered some questions about this preparation. If you have other doubts or curiosities, write a comment or use the appropriate contact form at the end of the page.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Medium
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4People
- Cooking methods: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter
- Energy 240.20 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 22.72 (g) of which sugars 3.66 (g)
- Proteins 20.05 (g)
- Fat 5.79 (g) of which saturated 1.39 (g)of which unsaturated 0.45 (g)
- Fibers 1.73 (g)
- Sodium 1,293.60 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 150 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Beef Stew with Chestnuts and Red Wine in Slow Cooker
- 14 oz beef
- 1 leek
- 3.5 oz chestnuts (steamed)
- cup red wine
- cup water
- to taste salt
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Tools
- Slow cooker
Recipe for Beef Stew with Chestnuts and Red Wine in Slow Cooker
Start the preparation of the beef stew with chestnuts and red wine by cleaning the leek and slicing it.
Place it in the slow cooker with a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil and the steamed chestnuts.
Add the beef stew, salt, and a glass of red wine.
Dissolve a tablespoon of cornstarch in water and add it to the pot along with the other ingredients.
If you like, add a bit of black pepper.
Give a quick stir.
Close the pot with the lid and cook the stew on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 8 hours. Do not open the lid in the first two hours of cooking.
Once ready, serve the beef stew with chestnuts and red wine immediately.
Beef Stew with Chestnuts and Red Wine in Slow Cooker
The beef stew with chestnuts and red wine in slow cooker is one of those recipes that win for simplicity and result. The slow cooking enhances the flavors, makes the meat tender and juicy, and allows for a perfect dish even without much attention at the stove. An ideal comfort food for the colder days, to enjoy freshly warm with a slice of rustic bread or with a side of mashed potatoes.
If you love rich and enveloping dishes, try also other autumn recipes in slow cooker or with slow-cooked meat: they are perfect to bring all the warmth of the season to the table, with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
I served my stew with the Mashed Potatoes with Instant Pot: creamy, quick, and effortless.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I prepare the stew without a slow cooker?
Yes! If you don’t have a slow cooker, you can cook the stew in a traditional pot or pan on low heat for about 2 hours, covering with a lid and adding water or broth if necessary. The meat should be tender and the sauce creamy.
How do I make the stew meat tender?
The secret is slow and steady cooking. In the slow cooker, setting on HIGH for 4 hours, the meat cooks gently and softens without drying out. Use cuts rich in connective tissue, like chuck or shank, ideal for this type of preparation.
What can I serve with beef stew with chestnuts and red wine?
It is perfect with mashed potatoes, soft polenta, or rustic bread to soak up the gravy. If you prefer a lighter side, you can serve it with roasted vegetables or pan-seared Brussels sprouts.
How to store leftover stew?
It keeps in the refrigerator for 2–3 days, sealed in an airtight container. When serving, gently reheat it in a pan or microwave with a splash of water. You can also freeze it for up to 2 months.
You can find all the recipes made so far with the slow cooker in the section Recipes in Slow Cooker.
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