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Crockpot Short Rib Bourguignon

Recipe by Tieghan Gerard on InstagramAdded 13 November 2026.

20 minutes to prep, 8 hours to cook. A rich, slow‑cooked short rib bourguignon that melts in your mouth, infused with red wine, herbs, and savory vegetables. The deep, comforting sauce pairs perfectly with creamy mashed potatoes and crusty bread, making it an ideal hearty dinner for holiday gatherings.

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Method

  1. Season the short ribs generously with salt and black pepper.

  2. Place sliced onions and a pat of butter in the crockpot, then add the seasoned short ribs.

  3. Add chopped onion, beef broth, tomato paste, thyme leaves, bay leaves, and red wine to the pot.

  4. Cover and cook on low for 8‑10 hours, or until the meat is fall‑apart tender.

  5. About 30 minutes before serving, sauté the sliced mushrooms in a skillet until browned and add them to the crockpot along with the carrot chunks.

  6. Continue cooking until the carrots are tender.

  7. Serve the short rib bourguignon over creamy mashed potatoes, with crusty bread on the side for mopping up the sauce.

Tips while you cook

Season before layering
Season the short ribs with salt and pepper before placing them in the crockpot.
Keep the lid on
Cover the crockpot and cook on low for the full 8‑10 hours without removing the lid.
Add mushrooms and carrots near the end
Sauté mushrooms and add them with carrot chunks about 30 minutes before serving.
Serve over mashed potatoes
Plate the bourguignon on top of prepared mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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