Thermomix Slow Cooked Beef Cheeks Recipe

Name: Thermomix Slow Cooked Beef Cheeks Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 160 min
Total time: 180 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 4 beef cheeks (about 1.2kg), trimmed; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion, quartered; 2 carrots, roughly chopped; 3 garlic cloves; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 300 ml red wine; 400 ml beef stock; 2 bay leaves; 3 sprigs thyme; Salt and pepper

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Melt-in-your-mouth beef cheeks braised low and slow in the Thermomix with red wine, aromatics, and herbs. The Varoma function maintains perfect temperature for fork-tender results.

By Sarah Mitchell • June 19, 2026

Prep: 20 min

Cook: 2h 40m

Servings: 4

Difficulty: Medium

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Melt-in-your-mouth beef cheeks braised low and slow in the Thermomix with red wine, aromatics, and herbs. The Varoma function maintains perfect temperature for fork-tender results.

About This Recipe

"Thermomix Slow Cooked Beef Cheeks" is a Thermomix recipe that brings beef cheeks (about 1.2kg), trimmed, olive oil, onion, quartered, carrots, roughly chopped and garlic cloves together into a flavorful, well-balanced dish. Rated Medium and ready in about 180 minutes, this recipe fits easily into a busy schedule. It serves 4 and works equally well for a weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend meal. The French inspiration behind this dish balances classic techniques with clean, vibrant flavors.

Ingredients

4 beef cheeks (about 1.2kg), trimmed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, quartered
2 carrots, roughly chopped
3 garlic cloves
2 tbsp tomato paste
300 ml red wine
400 ml beef stock
2 bay leaves
3 sprigs thyme
Salt and pepper

Instructions

1
Season beef cheeks generously with salt and pepper.
2
Add onion, carrots, and garlic to Thermomix. Chop 5 sec/Speed 5.
3
Add olive oil. Sauté 5 min/120°C/Speed 1.
4
Add tomato paste. Cook 2 min/120°C/Speed 1.
5
Add red wine. Cook 10 min/100°C/Speed 1 to reduce.
6
Add beef stock, bay leaves, and thyme. Place beef cheeks in Varoma dish.
7
Set Varoma into position. Cook 2.5 hours/Varoma/Speed 1.
8
Remove cheeks. Blend sauce 30 sec/Speed 8. Season to taste.
9
Serve beef cheeks with the rich sauce over mashed potatoes.

Expert Tips

For the best result, use the freshest, highest-quality ingredients you can find. Beef cheeks (about 1.2kg), trimmed is the heart of this dish, so choose it with care. Read the recipe through before you start and prep all ingredients in advance (mise en place) so the cooking process is smooth. Thermomix work especially well for this preparation. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, and acid at the end to make the flavors pop.

What To Serve With This

"Thermomix Slow Cooked Beef Cheeks" is a versatile Thermomix dish that pairs beautifully with a simple side salad, buttered green beans, roasted potatoes and classic French sides. Choose at least one fresh and one hearty side to create a balanced meal.

Storage & Reheating

Thermomix Slow Cooked Beef Cheeks stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2–3 days. Let it cool to room temperature before refrigerating before sealing the container. Reheat gently until warmed through, adding a small splash of liquid if needed to restore the original texture.