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Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours (Low) or 4 hours (High)
  • Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes (Low) or 4 hours 20 minutes (High)
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Slow Cooker Beef Stew is a hearty and comforting dish made with tender beef, fresh vegetables, and rich broth. Slowly cooked to perfection, it delivers deep flavors with minimal effort, making it an ideal meal for busy days or cozy family dinners.

Ingredients

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Beef and Coating

  • 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper

Vegetables and Flavorings

  • 1.5 cups beef broth
  • 4 medium carrots, sliced
  • 3 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 large bay leaf

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients as listed to ensure a smooth cooking process.
  2. Coat the Beef: Place the beef stew meat into the slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the beef and stir well until each piece is evenly coated.
  3. Add Vegetables and Seasonings: Add the beef broth, sliced carrots, diced potatoes, chopped onion, celery, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, minced garlic, and the bay leaf into the slow cooker. Stir everything gently to combine all the flavors.
  4. Cook the Stew: Cover the slow cooker with its lid. Cook the stew on Low heat for 8 to 12 hours or on High heat for 4 to 6 hours. The stew is done when the beef is tender enough to be cut with a spoon.
  5. Serve: Once cooked, remove the bay leaf, check seasoning if desired, then ladle the stew into bowls and serve hot for a warming meal.

Notes

  • This beef stew is easy to prepare in a slow cooker, allowing you to set it and forget it while flavors meld wonderfully over time.
  • Using fresh vegetables like carrots, potatoes, celery, and onion adds natural sweetness and texture.
  • Patience is key for slow cooking to achieve melt-in-your-mouth beef and rich broth.
  • For thicker stew, you can stir in a slurry of flour or cornstarch mixed with water during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1.5 cups)
  • Calories: 576 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 542 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 44 g
  • Cholesterol: 132 mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/slow-cooker-beef-stew-recipe-2/