Description
Slow Cooker Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. With tender beef, hearty potatoes, and vibrant veggies simmered in a savory broth, this dish envelops you in warmth with every spoonful. It’s easy to prepare and ideal for family gatherings or a cozy night in. Let the slow cooker do all the work while you enjoy the delightful aroma filling your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the beef until browned on all sides for about 5 minutes.
- Transfer the seared beef to a slow cooker along with carrots, potatoes, onion, garlic, broth, tomato paste, thyme, bay leaf, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Stir well to combine and cover the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the beef is tender.
- Taste before serving; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg