Description
Beef stew in the crock pot is the ultimate comfort food, filling your home with a warm and inviting aroma. Tender chunks of beef meld with vibrant vegetables in a savory broth, creating a dish that’s not only hearty but also incredibly easy to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this simple recipe will have your family eagerly gathering around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 medium carrots, sliced thick
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
- 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 tsp fresh)
- 1 tsp dried rosemary (or 2 tsp fresh)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to streamline cooking.
- Sear beef chunks in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned on all sides.
- Add garlic, salt, and pepper; cook until fragrant.
- Transfer beef and garlic mixture to the crock pot with carrots, potatoes, onions, broth, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, thyme, and rosemary.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until everything is tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, consider adding a splash of red wine. - Customize with seasonal vegetables like peas or green beans.