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Crockpot Beef Stew

Irresistible Crockpot Beef Stew for Cozy Nights In

This comforting Crockpot Beef Stew features tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and rich flavors, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 7 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds Beef Stew Meat Use chuck for rich flavor
  • 4 cups Potatoes Cubed, can swap for sweet potatoes
  • 3 cups Carrots Sliced, can add parsnips
  • 1 large Onion Chopped, yellow onions preferred
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is best
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Low-sodium variant recommended
  • 1 cup Red Wine Can substitute with beef broth or grape juice
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Deepens umami flavors
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Use cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Remove before serving

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the beef stew meat in a skillet for 5-7 minutes until golden, then transfer to the crockpot.
  2. Prep the vegetables by peeling and cubing the potatoes, slicing the carrots, and chopping the onion. Mince the garlic.
  3. Combine the potatoes, carrots, and onions in the crockpot with the browned beef. Pour in beef broth, red wine, and tomato paste, then season with thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  4. Mix a slurry with flour and water, stir into the crockpot to thicken the stew.
  5. Add a bay leaf, cover, and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
  6. Remove the bay leaf, stir the stew, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This stew pairs wonderfully with crusty bread and is great for leftovers or freezing for later meals.

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