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A rustic bowl of beef stew garnished with fresh herbs sits on a wooden table. The stew contains tender chunks of beef, carrots, potatoes, and celery in a rich, steaming brown gravy. The presentation is homely, with a spoon resting beside the bowl and warm lighting highlighting the textures and vibrant colors of the ingredients.

Hearty Crockpot Beef Stew for Cozy Nights

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A hearty and flavorful beef stew cooked slowly to tender perfection, loaded with vegetables and savory herbs. Ideal for chilly nights or family meals.

  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into chunks
  • 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 rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the beef chunks on all sides. Transfer to the slow cooker.
  2. Add vegetables to the slow cooker.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant, then add to the slow cooker.
  4. Pour in beef broth, stir in tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until beef is tender and vegetables are cooked.
  6. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.

Notes

  • For thicker gravy, stir in a cornstarch slurry during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • Serve with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes for a filling meal.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Method: Slow cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg