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Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Slow Cooker Beef Stew

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  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6

Description

This Slow Cooker Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings and family gatherings. Tender chunks of beef simmered with hearty vegetables in a rich gravy create a dish that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare. Simply toss your ingredients into the slow cooker and let it work its magic while you unwind. This savory stew is not only delicious but also customizable, allowing you to add your favorite veggies or adjust the spices to suit your taste. Enjoy it over creamy mashed potatoes, alongside crusty bread, or with egg noodles for a complete meal that warms the soul.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 pounds beef chuck roast
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup dry red wine
  • 5 medium carrots
  • 1 pound baby Yukon gold potatoes
  • 2 cups diced yellow onion
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3–6 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons cold butter
  • 2 teaspoons better than bouillon or 2 beef bouillon cubes
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1/4 cup cold water + 3 tablespoons cornstarch (optional for thickening)
  • 2–3 drops browning sauce like Gravy Master (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cut beef into 1-inch cubes; season with black pepper, garlic salt, and celery salt. Toss with flour.
  2. Sear beef in olive oil until browned on all sides. Transfer to the slow cooker.
  3. In the same skillet, cook onions and garlic until soft; deglaze with wine and add to the slow cooker.
  4. Add remaining ingredients (except peas) to the slow cooker; cook on low for 7 1/2 – 8 hours or high for 3 1/2 – 4 hours.
  5. Stir in peas during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
  6. Serve warm over desired accompaniments.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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