Slow-cooker beef cheeks in red wine is a rich and flavorful dish where beef cheeks are braised slowly in red wine, along with aromatic vegetables and herbs, resulting in tender and succulent meat. Here’s a recipe for you to try:

Slow-Cooker Beef Cheeks in Red Wine

Ingredients:

• 4 beef cheeks, trimmed
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups red wine (a dry red wine like Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot works well)
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Beef Cheeks: Season the beef cheeks with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Sear Beef Cheeks: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef cheeks and sear them on all sides until they are browned. This helps to develop a rich flavor. Once browned, transfer the beef cheeks to the slow cooker.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
4. Deglaze with Wine: Pour the red wine into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for a few minutes to reduce slightly.
5. Combine in Slow Cooker: Transfer the vegetable and wine mixture to the slow cooker with the beef cheeks. Add the beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, thyme, and rosemary. Stir to combine.
6. Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the beef cheeks are very tender.
7. Finish and Serve: Once cooked, remove the bay leaves and discard them. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
8. Serve: Serve the beef cheeks with mashed potatoes, polenta, or a crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Enjoy your rich and hearty slow-cooker beef cheeks in red wine!