Description

Ultimate Slow Cooker Beef Stew is a heartwarming classic that fills your home with rich, savory aromas. This dish features tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and a luscious broth that come together effortlessly in your slow cooker. Perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends, this stew not only warms the body but also brings back cherished memories of shared meals.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 medium carrots, chopped
3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
1 large yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups low-sodium beef broth
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 bay leaves
1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare ingredients by chopping beef, carrots, potatoes, onions, and mincing garlic.
In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic in oil until translucent.
Transfer aromatics to the slow cooker and add beef, carrots, potatoes, bay leaves, thyme, tomato paste, and enough beef broth to cover.
Set the slow cooker on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
After cooking time, check for doneness; cook longer if needed until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 590mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For enhanced flavor, sear beef cubes before adding them to the slow cooker. Add delicate veggies like peas in the last hour of cooking to prevent mushiness. If you prefer a thicker stew, mix cornstarch with cold water and stir in during the final cooking phase.