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Crockpot Beef Stew

Ultimate Comfort: Savory Crockpot Beef Stew Recipe

This comforting Crockpot Beef Stew is packed with rich flavors and perfect for family dinners.
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beef Stew, comfort food, Crockpot Beef Stew, crockpot recipes, hearty meal, slow cooker recipes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Ingredients

For the Stew

  • 2 pounds beef stew meat use a marbled cut for tenderness
  • 4 cups potatoes yellow or red for creamy texture
  • 3 cups carrots sliced into ¼-inch rounds
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups beef broth low-sodium if preferred
  • 1 cup red wine or more beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

For the Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 2 teaspoons salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

For Thickening

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 leaf bay leaf remove before serving

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Begin by heating a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the beef stew meat in a single layer and sear for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
  • Carefully transfer the seared beef to the crockpot, scraping any brown bits from the skillet into it.
  • Peel and cube the potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces, peel and slice the carrots into about ¼-inch thick rounds, and chop the onion. Mince the garlic cloves finely.
  • Add the cubed potatoes, sliced carrots, chopped onion, and minced garlic into the crockpot with the seared beef.
  • Pour the beef broth over the ingredients in the crockpot, followed by the red wine.
  • Add the tomato paste, dried thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper to the crockpot.
  • Gently stir all the ingredients in the crockpot to ensure even distribution of flavors.
  • In a small bowl, mix a couple of tablespoons of water with the all-purpose flour until smooth, then add it to the crockpot and stir well.
  • Place the bay leaf in the crockpot.
  • Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
  • After cooking time, remove the bay leaf, stir gently, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  • Serve hot in bowls and enjoy your delicious Crockpot Beef Stew!

Notes

Use well-marbled beef for tenderness, layer vegetables beneath the meat for even cooking, and adjust seasonings before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1500IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 5mg