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Beef Cheeks Recipe

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This beef cheeks recipe yields tender, melt-in-your-mouth meat simmered in a rich, savory sauce. Perfect for serving over mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice, it's a hearty and comforting dish ideal for both oven and slow cooker methods.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 beef cheeks, trimmed (8 to 10 ounces each)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 small carrot, finely diced
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Season beef cheeks with salt and pepper.
  3. In a Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Sear beef cheeks for 2–3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pot. Stir in carrot, celery, onion, garlic, and tomato paste. Cook until vegetables are softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  5. Deglaze the pot with beef broth, chicken broth, white vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and balsamic vinegar. Stir to combine.
  6. Return the seared beef cheeks to the pot and add bay leaves. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Oven Method: Cover and transfer to the oven. Bake for 2–3 hours, or until the beef cheeks are fork-tender.
  8. Slow Cooker Method: Transfer all contents to a slow cooker. Cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours.
  9. Once cooked, remove beef cheeks. Strain the sauce and discard solids.
  10. For a thicker sauce, simmer the strained liquid uncovered for 10–15 minutes until reduced.
  11. Serve beef cheeks over mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice, and drizzle generously with the sauce.

Notes

  • If beef shreds easily with a fork, it’s done.
  • To enhance the sauce, reduce it further after straining until thickened and glossy.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through.
  • Author: AVA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Oven, Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 363
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 140mg

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/beef-cheeks-recipe/