Description
Slow cooker beef stew is the epitome of comfort food—perfect for chilly evenings and family gatherings. This hearty dish features tender chunks of beef, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices, all simmered together in the slow cooker to create a rich, savory stew. The long cooking process allows the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in a comforting meal that warms both body and soul. With minimal prep time, you can set it and forget it, coming home to a delicious dinner ready to serve. Pair this stew with crusty bread or over creamy mashed potatoes for a truly satisfying experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 pounds beef chuck roast
- 4 large carrots, sliced
- 4 medium Yukon Gold or red potatoes, cubed
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop vegetables into uniform pieces and cut the beef into bite-sized cubes; season with salt and pepper.
- Optional: Sear the beef in a skillet until browned on all sides for enhanced flavor.
- Place seared beef in the slow cooker along with carrots, potatoes, onions, garlic, thyme, and pour in enough broth to cover halfway.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until meat is fork-tender and vegetables are cooked through.
- For a thicker stew, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the pot during the last hour of cooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg