Description
Enjoy the comforting and flavorful taste of Crockpot Beef Stew, a hearty slow-cooker dish perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekends. This easy-to-make recipe features tender beef, savory vegetables, and rich broth, creating the ultimate comfort food experience that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into cubes
- 4 large carrots, sliced
- 4 potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine (optional)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Start by dicing the beef into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
- Wash, peel, and chop the carrots and potatoes into uniform pieces.
- Chop the onions and mince the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef until browned on all sides.
- Transfer the beef to the crockpot. Sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and potatoes briefly to enhance flavor.
- Add tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Pour in beef broth and red wine (if using). Mix everything thoroughly.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours until beef is tender.
- Optionally, thicken the stew by mixing a tablespoon of cornstarch with cold water and stirring into the stew. Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or side salad.
Notes
- You can add peas or celery for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Replace beef broth with low-sodium or organic options for healthier choices.
- Thicken the stew with cornstarch for a richer consistency.
- Use leftovers for shepherd’s pie or rice bowls.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 hours on low / 4-6 hours on high
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg