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Slow Cooker Beef Stew

A hearty and comforting dish that’s easy to prepare, requiring minimal effort for a delicious meal.

  • Total Time: 495 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Beef chuck, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 cups Beef broth, homemade or store-bought
  • 3 Carrots, sliced
  • 3 Potatoes, diced (Yukon gold or red varieties work well)
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme (can substitute with Italian seasoning)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (adds depth to the stew)

Instructions

  1. Combine beef, carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic in a slow cooker.
  2. Add beef broth, thyme, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
  3. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the beef is tender.
  5. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve warm.

Notes

Choose good quality beef chuck and consider adding fresh herbs before serving for extra flavor.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 480 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: beef stew, slow cooker, hearty meal, comfort food