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Slow Cooker Beef Stew

A comforting and hearty dish made with tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and rich broth, perfect for busy families.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch pieces Ideal for slow cooking.
  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced Adds heartiness.
  • 3 medium carrots, sliced Provides sweetness.
  • 1 medium onion, diced For flavor.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Enhances aromatics.
  • 4 cups beef broth Forms the stew base.
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for browning) Optional, enhances flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil to brown the beef chunks on all sides for enhanced flavor.
  2. In the slow cooker, add the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, diced onion, and minced garlic.
Cooking
  1. Place the browned beef on top of the vegetables, drizzle tomato paste over the beef, and pour in the beef broth. Sprinkle thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper on top and stir gently.
  2. Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
Serving
  1. Once cooked, stir the stew well, taste, and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Notes

For a thicker stew, add a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water) five minutes before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.