Description

Looking for the best slow cooker beef stew recipe that is easy quick to prep and full of comfort? This simple healthy stew delivers tender beef hearty vegetables and deep savory flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for family dinners meal prep cozy weekends or cold weather gatherings this slow cooked classic is beginner friendly freezer friendly and one of the best comfort food ideas to save for busy days.

Ingredients

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2 lb beef chuck roast cubed
3 cups beef broth
3 medium potatoes chopped
2 carrots sliced
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
1 medium onion diced
3 cloves garlic minced
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp all purpose flour
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown beef on all sides then transfer to slow cooker.
Add potatoes carrots onion and garlic over the beef.
Whisk beef broth tomato paste Worcestershire sauce flour paprika thyme salt and pepper until smooth.
Pour liquid over ingredients and add bay leaf.
Cook on low for 7 to 8 hours until beef is tender.
Stir in frozen vegetables during the last 30 minutes.
Remove bay leaf adjust seasoning and serve hot.

Notes

Browning beef adds deeper flavor.
Cut vegetables larger to prevent mushy texture.
Mash potatoes to thicken naturally.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Main Dish
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 480
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 115mg