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Crockpot Beef Stew Recipe Perfect for Cozy Nights

  • Author: David
  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes (low) or 4 hours 15 minutes (high)
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This irresistible crockpot beef stew is packed with tender beef, hearty vegetables, and a rich broth, making it the perfect comfort food for chilly nights or busy days.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 4 Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 carrots, thickly sliced
  • 3 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 yellow or white onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Peel and cube the potatoes, slice the carrots and celery, dice the onion, and mince the garlic. Cut the beef chuck into bite-sized cubes.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Brown the beef cubes on all sides for added flavor, then transfer them to the crockpot.
  3. Layer the potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic on top of the beef in the crockpot.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture over the beef and vegetables.
  5. Tuck the bay leaves into the crockpot for an aromatic touch.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours, until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
  7. If you prefer a thicker stew, mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Stir it into the stew during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  8. Before serving, remove the bay leaves from the crockpot.
  9. Ladle the stew into bowls and enjoy it warm with crusty bread or biscuits.

Notes

Browning the beef before adding it to the crockpot adds extra flavor. Cut vegetables into similar-sized pieces for even cooking. Cooking on low heat yields the most tender beef and richest flavors.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8-10 hours (low) or 4-6 hours (high)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 25

Keywords: beef stew, crockpot recipe, comfort food, slow cooker, hearty meal, winter recipe

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