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A rustic bowl of steaming beef stew with tender chunks of beef, carrots, potatoes, and celery in a rich, savory broth, garnished with fresh herbs, set on a wooden table with a cozy, warm atmosphere

Hearty Slow Cooker Beef Stew for Cozy Nights

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A delicious hearty beef stew made in the slow cooker, packed with tender beef, potatoes, carrots, and savory herbs, perfect for easy and comforting family dinners.

  • Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
  • 4 large carrots, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 celery stalks, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the beef chunks until all sides are seared.
  2. Transfer beef to slow cooker. Add carrots, potatoes, onion, celery, and garlic.
  3. Pour in beef broth and stir in tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until beef is tender.
  5. Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot garnished with fresh herbs.

Notes

  • You can substitute beef with chicken or vegetables for different versions.
  • For thicker broth, add a slurry of cornstarch and water during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Method: Slow cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg