Description

Slow Cooker Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy dinners or quick meal prep. This rich and hearty dish combines tender beef, fresh vegetables, and savory herbs, simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. Just imagine coming home to the delightful aroma of a warm stew after a long day. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, this easy recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Customize it with your choice of veggies and serve with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes for an unforgettable meal.

Ingredients

Scale

2 pounds beef chuck roast, cubed
4 medium carrots, chopped
3 medium potatoes, diced
1 onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups low-sodium beef broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Wash and chop vegetables; cube beef into one-inch pieces.
(Optional) Sear the beef in a hot skillet until browned on all sides for added depth of flavor.
Place cubed beef in the slow cooker, layering with carrots, potatoes, onions, and garlic.
Pour in beef broth to cover ingredients and stir in tomato paste, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until meat is fork-tender.
Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For firmer vegetables, add them halfway through cooking. Adjust seasoning throughout the cooking process for optimal flavor. Feel free to mix in other vegetables like peas or green beans.