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Slow Cooker Beef Stew

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A comforting and budget-friendly slow cooker beef stew featuring tender chunks of beef, potatoes, and carrots simmered in savory beef broth.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds beef stew meat (chuck or similar braising cut) — cubed Chuck roast or labeled 'stew meat' works best.
  • 4 cups beef broth (low-sodium is fine) Broth swaps: use beef stock or a mix of beef and chicken stock for a lighter flavor.
  • 4 medium potatoes, diced (Yukon gold or russet) Leave skins on for texture and nutrients if you prefer.
  • 3 medium carrots, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Ensure your Worcestershire sauce is certified gluten-free for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for browning the meat) Browning enhances the flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
  2. Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper. Brown the meat in batches so pieces get a good sear; transfer browned pieces to the slow cooker.
  3. Add the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, chopped onion, and minced garlic to the slow cooker.
  4. Dollop in the tomato paste and pour the Worcestershire sauce over the vegetables and meat. Sprinkle the dried thyme, then season with a little more salt and pepper.
  5. Pour the beef broth into the slow cooker, covering the ingredients. Stir once to combine everything.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until beef and vegetables are tender.
  2. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving. Ladle into bowls and enjoy hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 36gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 850mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

Best served in deep bowls with chopped fresh parsley. Serve with crusty bread, green salad, buttered egg noodles, or a glass of red wine. For a thicker stew, make a cornstarch slurry.
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