Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of this Crockpot Beef Stew Recipe, perfect for any family dinner. With its effortless preparation and rich taste, this hearty dish is ideal for busy weeknights or relaxing weekends. Simply sear the beef, toss everything into your slow cooker, and let it work its magic while you enjoy your day. Packed with tender beef, fresh vegetables, and savory broth, this stew is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, it’s a fantastic option for leftovers, as the flavors deepen overnight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless stewing beef cubes
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1/2 medium onion
- 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes
- 4 large carrots
- 3 sticks celery
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear half of the beef cubes until browned, then transfer to a plate. Repeat with the remaining beef.
- In the same skillet, cook chopped onions for about 3–4 minutes until softened, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- In your slow cooker, combine seared beef, onion-garlic mixture, diced potatoes, carrots, celery, beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and bay leaves.
- Cover and cook on low for about 10 hours or until meat is tender.
- For a thicker stew consistency, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the stew during the last ten minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg