Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Warm up with a delightful Slow Cooker Beef Stew, the ultimate comfort food for chilly days. This hearty dish features tender chunks of beef simmered with potatoes, carrots, and aromatic herbs in a rich broth that melds flavors beautifully. Perfect for family dinners or cozy meals at home, this slow cooker recipe takes minimal effort—just toss in your ingredients and let the magic happen.

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time7 hrs

Total Time7 hrs 15 mins

Course: Main Cuisine: American Keyword: Customize by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping beef for chicken. Ensure even cooking by layering vegetables at the bottom of the slow cooker. Servings: Serves approximately 6 Calories: 320kcal Author: Tisha

Ingredients

2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 medium potatoes, diced
4 large carrots, sliced
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 bay leaf
Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Season beef cubes with salt and pepper; toss with flour.
Brown the beef in a skillet over medium-high heat and transfer to the slow cooker.
Sauté onions, carrots, and garlic in the same skillet until onions are translucent; add to the slow cooker.
Mix beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf; pour over ingredients in the slow cooker.
Cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until beef is tender. Remove bay leaf before serving and garnish with parsley.

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