Description

Slow Cooker Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy evenings. This hearty dish features tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and a rich broth that melds flavors beautifully. Just toss in your ingredients and let the slow cooker do the work! Ideal for family gatherings or a satisfying weeknight meal, this stew will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
4 medium carrots, chopped
3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
1 medium sweet onion, sliced
4 cups low-sodium beef broth
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

Prep your ingredients by chopping carrots, potatoes, and onions.
In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the beef chunks in oil until golden on all sides.
Layer the seared beef in the slow cooker with vegetables and garlic.
Pour in beef broth and add Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper; stir gently.
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
Taste before serving; adjust seasoning as needed, and remove bay leaves.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: Feel free to customize with seasonal vegetables or herbs. To store leftovers, keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.