Description

Crockpot Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights. This hearty dish combines tender beef, fresh vegetables, and a savory gravy that simmers to perfection in your slow cooker. With minimal prep time, you can set it and forget it, allowing the rich flavors to meld beautifully as it cooks. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this stew not only warms your heart but also fills your home with delightful aromas. Enjoy it with crusty bread or over rice for a satisfying meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table.

Ingredients

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2 pounds beef stew meat
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup onion, sliced
2 ½ cups baby red potatoes, sliced
1 ½ cups carrots, chopped
1 cup celery, sliced
6 ounces tomato paste
32 ounces beef broth
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup water

Instructions

Season the beef stew meat with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce.
Layer seasoned meat in the slow cooker followed by the sliced onion.
Add baby potatoes, carrots, and celery on top of the onion.
Pour in tomato paste and beef broth over all ingredients.
Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or high for 3 to 6 hours until meat is tender.
To thicken the stew, mix flour with water to create a slurry about 20 minutes before serving and stir into the stew.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: Low for 8–10 hours / High for 3–6 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider browning the beef before adding it to the slow cooker. Feel free to customize your veggies based on what you have; mushrooms or peas work well too. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to four days or frozen for later enjoyment.