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A steaming bowl of beef stew with tender chunks of beef, carrots, potatoes, and celery in a rich brown gravy, garnished with fresh herbs, presented on a rustic wooden table with a spoon and a napkin, vibrant colors and textured ingredients visible

Hearty Crockpot Beef Stew for Cozy Dinners

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This crockpot beef stew is a slow-cooked hearty meal featuring tender chunks of beef, root vegetables, and savory broth, perfect for warming up on cold days.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef stew meat, cubed
  • 4 carrots, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the beef cubes on all sides, then transfer to the slow cooker.
  2. Add chopped vegetables, garlic, beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours until beef is tender and vegetables are cooked.
  4. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed before serving hot.

Notes

  • Feel free to add peas or green beans in the last 30 minutes for extra flavor
  • For thicker stew, mash some potatoes and stir into the broth before serving
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Method: Slow cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 280 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg