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Tender braised beef cheek meat shredded and served over creamy polenta, styled with cracked pepper and rosemary

Beef Cheek Meat

  • Author: Elle
  • Total Time: 3 hours 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This beef cheek meat recipe is slow-braised to tender perfection, rich in flavor, and surprisingly easy to make—turning an underrated cut into a gourmet comfort food classic

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 lbs beef cheek meat, trimmed and cleaned
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced thin
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup dry red wine
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Trim any large sinew or fat from the beef cheek meat and season both sides with salt and black pepper
  2. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat and sear the beef cheeks on both sides until browned
  3. Remove cheeks and set aside; add onion to the pot and cook until translucent, then add garlic and cook for 1 more minute
  4. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen flavor, then pour in the red wine and deglaze the pan
  5. Return the beef cheeks to the pot, add beef broth, rosemary, and thyme, and bring to a simmer
  6. Cover with a tight lid and transfer to a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C); cook for 3 to 3.5 hours until fork tender
  7. Remove beef cheeks and strain the braising liquid to make a rich sauce, reduce slightly if desired
  8. Serve the beef cheek meat whole or shredded over creamy polenta, mashed potatoes, or buttered noodles

Notes

  • Use boneless beef cheek cuts for best texture
  • Substitute beef broth with bone broth for extra collagen
  • Add carrots or mushrooms to the braise for added flavor and nutrition
  • Leftovers make great fillings for tacos or pot pies
  • For a smoky twist, consider trying our smoked beef cheek variation
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Braising
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Serving
  • Calories: 480 kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0.2f
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 52g
  • Cholesterol: 155mg

Keywords: beef cheek meat, slow cooked beef cheeks, braised beef cheek, tender beef recipe, beef cheek stew, comfort food beef, collagen rich recipe

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