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Crock Pot Beef Stew

Crock Pot Beef Stew: Comforting Flavors for Cozy Nights

Crock Pot Beef Stew is a comforting meal perfect for chilly nights, featuring tender beef and vibrant vegetables.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Stew Base
  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
Vegetables
  • 2 cups Carrots chopped into ½-inch pieces
  • 4 medium Potatoes Yukon Gold or Russets, cubed
Broth
  • 4 cups Beef Broth high-quality
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf remove before serving
Optional Enhancements
  • 1 cup Red Wine optional for richness
  • Additional Vegetables such as parsnips or sweet potatoes

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the beef by tossing the cubes with salt and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
  2. Prepare the vegetables: chop carrots and potatoes into ½-inch cubes, and dice the yellow onion.
  3. Layer the diced carrots, potatoes, and onions at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  4. Add the seasoned beef chunks on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker.
  5. Mix the broth ingredients in a bowl and whisk until well combined, then pour over the beef and vegetables.
  6. Slow cook on low heat for 8 hours until beef is tender and vegetables are cooked through.
  7. Remove the bay leaf and stir the stew gently; adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, use beef chuck for tender texture and prep ingredients the night before for a hassle-free cooking experience.

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