Best 11 Slow Cooker Beef With Red Sauce Recipes

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Craving a hearty and flavorful dish that effortlessly melts in your mouth? Look no further than our exploration of the best slow cooker beef recipes with red sauce. In this comprehensive guide, we'll tantalize your taste buds with a diverse range of culinary creations, each offering a unique blend of spices, herbs, and rich tomato-based sauces. From classic Italian favorites to modern fusion dishes, our carefully curated selection caters to every palate and cooking skill level. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we uncover the secrets to creating fall-off-the-bone tender beef enveloped in a luscious red sauce, perfect for cozy family dinners, casual get-togethers, or simply treating yourself to a comforting meal.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER BEEF WITH SPICY RED SAUCE



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This red sauce, originally submitted by Laurie Tietze of Longview, Texas, has rich, complex flavors that work well with the spicy chocolate cinnamon cane sugar. Add a dash more if you favor spicy foods. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon baking cocoa
1 tablespoon Gustus Vitae spicy chocolate cinnamon cane sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (3 pounds), cut into 1-1/2-in. cubes
1 large onion, chopped
1 can (28 ounces) whole tomatoes, undrained
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1-1/2 cups crushed gingersnap cookies (about 30 cookies)
9 garlic cloves, peeled
1 teaspoon sugar
Hot cooked noodles, rice or mashed potatoes

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first nine ingredients; set aside. , Place beef and onion in a 4-qt. slow cooker; rub beef with spice mixture. Pour tomatoes over the top; sprinkle with vinegar, gingersnaps and garlic., Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. Stir in sugar. Serve with noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 638mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

SLOW-COOKED BEEF IN RED SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h20m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

12 dried guajillo chiles
12 dried California chiles
6 dried chiles de arbol
1 1/2 tablespoons coriander
1 1/2 tablespoons cumin
1 1/2 tablespoons Mexican oregano
1 1/2 tablespoons whole black peppercorns
1 tablespoon allspice
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
3/4 tablespoon whole cloves
5 bay leaves
2 heads garlic, peeled
1/4 white onion
1 cup canola oil, plus additional for searing meat
12 pieces bone-in beef shanks (14- to 16-ounces each)
1/2 cup kosher salt, plus additional for seasoning meat

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat. Toast the guajillo chiles, california chiles, and chiles de arbol on the grill until they are charred in spots, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside to cool, then remove the stems and seeds and cut them in half. Put aside 6 guajillo halves. Soak the rest of the chiles in water, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add the coriander, cumin, oregano, peppercorns, allspice, ginger, cloves, bay leaves, garlic and onion to a blender, and add enough of the soaked chiles to come about halfway up the blender cup. Add 1/2 cup of the chile soaking liquid and 1 cup water and process until very well blended and runny. Transfer to a large bowl. Blend the remaining soaked chiles with more water as needed.
  • Heat 1/2 cup canola oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, then add the blended chile sauce and cook until it begins to simmer, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Bring 1/2 gallon of water to a boil in a large pot.
  • Meanwhile, sprinkle the beef shanks on both sides with a pinch of salt. Heat the remaining 1/2 cup oil in a large, heavy skillet over very-high heat, then sear the beef shanks until a golden crust is formed, 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Transfer the seared shanks to the pot of boiling water, then add the sauce and reserved 6 chile halves. Add the remaining 1/2 cup kosher salt to the mixture and boil over medium heat, uncovered, until the sauce reduces, 20 to 30 minutes. Cover and simmer over low heat until the meat is fork-tender, about 1 hour. Taste the sauce and add salt as needed.

SLOW-COOKER BEEF WITH RED SAUCE



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A homemade rub spices up this tender beef; vinegar and gingersnaps add depth to the sauce. You can substitute graham crackers for the cookies. -Laurie Tietze, Longview, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (3 pounds), cut into 1-1/2-in. cubes
1 large onion, chopped
1 can (28 ounces) whole tomatoes, undrained
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1-1/2 cups crushed gingersnap cookies (about 30 cookies)
9 garlic cloves, peeled
1 tablespoon sugar
Hot cooked noodles, rice or mashed potatoes

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 9 ingredients; set aside. , Place beef and onion in a 4-qt. slow cooker; rub beef with spice mixture. Pour tomatoes over the top; sprinkle with vinegar, gingersnaps and garlic., Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. Stir in sugar. Serve with noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 685mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

SLOW COOKER CORNED BEEF AND CABBAGE



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Corned beef shrinks by about 50%, so for generous servings (and leftovers if you're lucky), buy about one pound of meat per person. If I'm serving it early in the day, I like to set this up before bed and let it cook while I sleep. In the morning, I remove the meat and vegetables from the pot and reheat about 1/2 hour before I want to serve it.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 9h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 stalks celery, halved
4 carrots
1 medium onion, cut in 4 wedges
4 to 6 red potatoes, quartered
1 4-pound corned beef brisket
12-ounce bottle stout or dark ale
1 tablespoon corned beef spices or pickling spices (or spices that come with the brisket)
1 medium head cabbage, cut into 6 wedges
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup drained prepared horseradish
dash hot sauce
salt and pepper to tast

Steps:

  • For serving: grainy mustard and horseradish sauce, recipe below
  • Place celery, carrots, onion and potatoes in the bottom of a large slow-cooker or crock pot. Rinse the corned beef brisket and place over vegetables. Add the bottle of stout, spices and enough water to just cover the meat. Cover and cook on LOW for eight to nine hours.
  • Remove the meat and vegetables from the pot and cover with foil to keep warm. Increase heat to high and cook cabbage until softened but still crispy, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Slice brisket across the grain, serve with vegetables, mustard and horseradish sauce. Pass extra cooking liquid at the table.
  • Whip cream to soft peaks and then fold in sour cream and horseradish, to taste. Season with salt, pepper and a dash of hot sauce.;

SLOW COOKER CORNED BEEF WITH CREAMY HORSERADISH SAUCE



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The mouth-watering aromas coming from your slow cooker will have your family counting the seconds to dinner time on St. Patrick's Day or any other night of the year! Adapted from a Betty Crocker recipe, it can be served with boiled baby red potatoes and steamed green cabbage for a traditional Irish dinner.

Provided by Liynaa

Categories     Meat

Time 8h5m

Yield 1 roast, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium yellow onion, sliced (ex. Bermuda, Maui, Spanish, Vadalia, etc.,)
3 -3 1/2 lbs corned beef brisket, trimmed of extra fat
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup chicken broth or 1 cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup sour cream or 1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Place the onion slices in the bottom of a 5-6 quart slow cooker. Rinse beef and place on top of onions, discarding spice packet. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes. Mix broth and Worcestershire sauce and pour over top.
  • 2. Cover and cook on low heat 8 to 9 hours.
  • 3. In a small bowl, mix sour cream or yogurt, horseradish, and parsley. Serve with the beef and the onions.

SLOW COOKER BEEF TOPSIDE WITH RED WINE GRAVY



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Use a slow cooker to make this beef topside for Sunday lunch - the whole family will love it. Slow cooking makes the meat so tender and gives it a real depth of flavour

Provided by Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 6h20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tbsp black peppercorns
1 tbsp English mustard powder
2 tbsp chopped rosemary
1 tsp celery seeds
15g dried porcini mushrooms
4 tbsp olive or rapeseed oil
1.6kg beef topside, cut into 12 slices
600ml hot beef stock
1 large carrot, peeled and roughly chopped
1 large onion, roughly chopped
2 sticks celery, roughly chopped
2 tbsp tomato purée
200ml red wine
1 tbsp cornflour (optional)

Steps:

  • Crush the peppercorns with the mustard, rosemary, celery seeds and a little salt using a pestle and mortar. Blitz the mushrooms to a fine powder in a food processor, then stir them in with 2 tbsp oil and rub all over the beef. Cover and chill for at least 1 hr, but overnight is best.
  • Heat the slow cooker to high and pour in the stock. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large pan and brown the beef, then put in the slow cooker skin-side up. Fry the carrot, onion and celery in the same pan over a medium-high heat for about 10 mins. Stir in the tomato purée and wine, scraping the bits off the bottom of the pan, then add this to the slow cooker.
  • Cook on low for 6 hrs, then strain the liquid into a pan. Keep the meat and veg covered with foil so they stay warm. Bring the liquid to the boil, then simmer until reduced by a third and season. For thicker gravy, mix the cornflour with 2 tbsp water and whisk into the boiling liquid. Serve the beef with the gravy, along with some mash and greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 690 calories, Fat 43 grams fat, SaturatedFat 16 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 58 grams protein, Sodium 0.8 milligram of sodium

BEEF IN RED WINE (SLOW COOKER)



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Slow Cooker recipe. Cooking time 7-10 hours on low.

Provided by ElliotCranmer

Time 8h20m

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Pre-heat the slow cooker on high.
  • Heat the oil and butter in a frying pan, and fry the bacon and garlic gently for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the beef and stir over a low heat until lightly browned on all sides.
  • Stir in the flour, then slowly add the red wine, stirring until well blended. Add the bay leave, onions and seasoning. Bring to the boil, then transfer to the slow cooker.
  • Cook on low for 7-10 hours.
  • Discard the bay leave and season to taste.

SLOW-COOKED BEEF SHORT RIBS WITH RED WINE SAUCE



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Yum! The smell of these ribs simmering all day is just mouthwatering! Make sure to serve with a big loaf of crusty bread to mop up every last bit of the sauce!

Provided by Meredith .F

Categories     Meat

Time 6h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 lbs beef short ribs
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 onions, sliced
1 cup red wine
1 cup chili sauce
6 tablespoons brown sugar
6 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon chili powder
4 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup red wine

Steps:

  • Mix flour, salt & pepper. Coat ribs with the mixture.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over med-high heat and brown the short ribs on all sides.
  • In a crock pot, combine onions, 1 cup of red wine, chili sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire, dry mustard & chili powder. Add ribs to the mixture.
  • Cover & cook on low for 6 hours.
  • Remove ribs to a platter and keep warm.
  • Turn crockpot to high and add remaining flour and red wine. Cook 10 minutes or until thoroughly combined and sauce has thickened.
  • Pour sauce over ribs and serve immediately!

SLOW COOKER RED CURRY BEEF POT ROAST



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When you cross Southeast Asia and Midwest America, you get comfort food on the exotic side.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 8h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 (2 1/2 pound) boneless beef chuck roast
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon red curry paste, or to taste
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
2 cups chicken broth
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles
3 tablespoons Asian fish sauce, or to taste
¼ cup brown sugar
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 (3 inch) piece fresh ginger root, peeled and sliced
1 lime, juiced
2 bay leaves
1 ½ pounds small potatoes, halved
4 small heads baby bok choy, sliced in 2-inch sections, green leaves intact
1 ½ teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
¼ cup chopped roasted peanuts, or to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste

Steps:

  • Generously season beef chuck roast with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a large skillet over high heat; add vegetable oil. When oil is hot, brown roast on all sides, about 2 minutes per side. Remove pan from heat.
  • Spread chopped onions in slow cooker; place browned roast on top of onions.
  • Spoon red chili paste into the hot skillet. Add cumin and coriander. Rub mixture into hot oil with the back of a spoon to blend. Place skillet over medium heat.
  • Pour in chicken stock. Return heat to high. Stir in coconut milk. Add diced tomatoes with green chiles, fish sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, tomato paste, and sliced ginger; stir in lime juice. Bring to a boil.
  • Pour mixture over pot roast; add bay leaves. Stir to distribute ingredients in the slow cooker.
  • Cover slow cooker and set to Low. Cook until fork tender, 7 to 8 hours.
  • Remove meat from the broth. If desired, skim some fat from the surface of the broth.
  • Place potatoes and bok choy into the broth; stir. Cover and turn heat to high. Cook until potatoes are tender, about 12 minutes.
  • Blend cornstarch and water in a small dish until dissolved. Stir into broth mixture.
  • Cut meat into large chunks and add to the slow cooker; stir. Cover slow cooker and cook on high until meat is heated through and broth is slightly thickened, about 12 minutes.
  • Ladle into serving bowls and garnish with chopped peanuts and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 625.4 calories, Carbohydrate 42.2 g, Cholesterol 86.1 mg, Fat 39 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, Sodium 960.1 mg, Sugar 13.2 g

SLOW-COOKED RED WINE BEEF STEW



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Red wine and beef are such an elemental combination that it's worth mastering the technique for a great stew: Sauté the ingredients quickly to caramelize and reduce, then cook through very slowly (preferably in a low oven, but see our Notes on how to cook in the slow cooker or pressure cooker). You can use any wine you like, since it will be cooked for a long time: the alcohol, acidity and fruitiness that make wine lovely in the glass are not so nice in the bowl; they have to be tamed by simmering. But the tangy, syrupy taste they leave behind is an ideal counterpoint to red meat. Celery is optional because some don't like it, but note that it's not eaten: It just provides a green flavor note alongside the sweet carrots and earthy potatoes.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     dinner, soups and stews, main course

Time 5h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 1/2 to 4 pounds well-marbled beef stew meat, preferably chuck, cut into large (2-by-2 1/2-inch) pieces
2 large sprigs fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
About a dozen juniper berries
1/2 bottle red wine (not sweet)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 garlic cloves (1 smashed and peeled, 3 minced)
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 stalks celery (optional)
3 large carrots
2 onions
1 large, starchy potato, such as Idaho
3 ounces pancetta (or French ventrèche), diced small (optional)
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons tomato paste
Bouquet garni (2 sprigs fresh thyme, 2 sprigs fresh rosemary or parsley, 2 bay leaves, 6 juniper berries, 4 whole cloves, 1 teaspoon dried orange peel, wrapped in cheesecloth and tied)
1/2 bottle red wine
Chicken broth, as needed
3 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves (or use additional parsley), for garnish

Steps:

  • Marinate the meat: In a large bowl, combine all the marinade ingredients. Mix well and refrigerate in the bowl or a thick sealable plastic bag for at least 2 hours or up to 1 day.
  • When ready to cook, strain off the marinade and reserve for cooking. Drain meat on paper towels and pat until very dry. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Place a large, heavy pot with a tight-fitting lid on the stove and rub the bottom with the smashed, peeled clove of garlic, until coated with the garlic's oils. Discard garlic.
  • Add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and cook over medium heat until shimmering. Add half the meat and brown gently on both sides while preparing the vegetables. There's no need for a hard crust to form; a little browning is all that's required. When browned, remove meat to paper towels to drain. Repeat with remaining 2 tablespoons oil and meat. Return all the browned, drained meat to the pot.
  • Meanwhile, cut the celery (if using) and carrots into large chunks. Peel and chop the onions. Peel and dice the potato.
  • Heat oven to 250 degrees. In a separate skillet, heat pancetta (if using) and olive oil over low heat. Cook gently until the fat renders. When the pork fat is running, add onions, celery, carrot, onion and minced garlic. (If not using pancetta, simply heat olive oil and add vegetables and garlic.) Cook gently, stirring, until softened and golden, about 10 minutes. Raise the heat, add tomato paste and cook, stirring, until fragrant and sizzling. Add the bouquet garni, reserved marinade and potato. Let bubble fiercely for 5 to 10 minutes, until liquid is thickened and syrupy. Add mixture, once cooked, to the pot with the meat.
  • Pour in the wine and, if needed, enough broth to just cover the ingredients. Stir to combine. Bring to a simmer, cover tightly and bake 4 to 5 hours, until the meat is soft enough to eat with a spoon and the sauce is rich and thick. After 4 hours, if liquid seems thin, uncover pot for the rest of the cooking.
  • When done, let cool slightly, uncovered. Remove and discard celery (if using) and bouquet garni. To thicken the stew, use a fork to mash some of the carrots and potatoes into the liquid; or, remove and purée them, then add back in. Taste and adjust the seasonings with salt and lots of freshly ground pepper.
  • Reheat and serve immediately, or let cool and refrigerate. Serve within 3 days; the flavor will only improve. Garnish each serving with a sprinkling of chopped thyme and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 447, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 40 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 942 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW WITH RED WINE



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Hearty and full of flavor, this slow cooker beef stew with wine is perfect for the busy parent. There is no need to precook anything and everything can be prepped the night before to be thrown together the next day to cook.

Provided by Nicole Napeahi Lemon

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 4h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 serving cooking spray
2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cracked black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
4 medium (2-1/4" to 3" dia, raw)s potatoes, peeled and diced
1 ½ cups red wine, or more to taste
1 (12 ounce) package baby carrots
6 slices thick-cut bacon, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch strips
3 stalks celery, diced
1 onion, diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon seasoning salt (such as Johnny's®)
2 each bay leaves

Steps:

  • Spray a slow cooker with cooking spray and place meat inside.
  • Mix flour, pepper, and salt together in a small bowl. Pour over the meat and stir to coat. Stir in potatoes, red wine, carrots, bacon, celery, onion, garlic, seasoning salt, and bay leaves.
  • Cover and cook on Low for 10 to 12 hours or High for 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 calories, Carbohydrate 29.3 g, Cholesterol 70.2 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 746.4 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef. Chuck roast, brisket, and short ribs are all good options for slow-cooker beef with red sauce.
  • Brown the beef before cooking. This will help to develop flavor and prevent the beef from becoming dry.
  • Use a good quality red sauce. You can use a store-bought sauce or make your own. If you're using a store-bought sauce, look for one that is thick and flavorful.
  • Add some vegetables to the slow cooker. This will help to add flavor and nutrition to the dish. Good options include onions, carrots, celery, and potatoes.
  • Cook the beef on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours. The longer you cook the beef, the more tender it will be.
  • Serve the beef with your favorite sides. Mashed potatoes, rice, and pasta are all good options.
  • Conclusion:

    Slow-cooker beef with red sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and tender dish that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give slow-cooker beef with red sauce a try.

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